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Santhosh Kumar (Bigg Boss Kannada) Biography: Age, Career, Family and

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 14, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth15 January

BirthplaceKarnataka, India

ProfessionComedian, Actor

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseManasa

FamilyHas an elder sister.

Santhosh Kumar (Bigg Boss Kannada) Biography

Santhosh Kumar, also known as Tukali Star Santu, is an Indian comedian and actor from Karnataka. He gained wider recognition after appearing on Bigg Boss K

Early life and background

Santhosh Kumar hails from Karnataka, India. Born on 15 January, he is known publicly by the nickname Tukali Star Santu. He was raised in a family that includes an elder sister. Details about his year of birth and exact age have not been disclosed.

He lists his hometown as Karnataka and holds Indian nationality. Physically, he is about 1.70 meters tall (5'7") with black hair and black eyes. Outside of work, he enjoys swimming, travelling and dancing.

Career

Santhosh Kumar works as a comedian and actor primarily in the Kannada entertainment scene. He appeared in two Kannada films released in 2021: KTM and Chi Tu Yuvakara Sangha. That year he also took part in the television comedy reality show Comedy Khiladigalu, further establishing himself in the regional comedy circuit.

In 2023 Santhosh reached a broader television audience when he joined the cast of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 10, which aired on Colors Kannada. His participation in that reality series brought him increased visibility across Kannada-speaking viewers and contributed to his public profile.

Public profile

Santhosh is identified in media and fan circles by his stage name Tukali Star Santu. He is married; his spouse’s name is Manasa. Beyond the basic family note that he has an elder sister, public materials do not provide further private family details.

He maintains an Instagram presence, which is cited as a public account for followers seeking updates and images from his work and personal life. Santhosh’s public persona centers on comedy and acting work within Kannada language entertainment, with his TV appearances and film credits forming the core of his professional résumé to date.

Latest updates

Key career highlights in the recent period include his 2021 film roles in KTM and Chi Tu Yuvakara Sangha and his participation in Comedy Khiladigalu the same year. In 2023 he took part in Bigg Boss Kannada Season 10, a notable step that expanded his exposure on regional television.

Santhosh continues to be active in the Kannada entertainment industry, combining on-screen acting with reality TV and stand-up or sketch comedy formats as part of his body of work.
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Recent Work

KTM

Kannada film released in 2021 in which Santhosh Kumar appeared.

2021
Chi Tu Yuvakara Sangha

Kannada film released in 2021 in which Santhosh Kumar appeared.

2021
Comedy Khiladigalu

Kannada comedy reality show in which he participated in 2021.

2021
Bigg Boss Kannada Season 10

Reality TV series on Colors Kannada in which he participated in 2023.

2023
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Career Highlights

  1. Acted in the Kannada films KTM (2021) and Chi Tu Yuvakara Sangha (2021).
  2. Participated in the comedy reality show Comedy Khiladigalu (2021).
  3. Contestant on Bigg Boss Kannada Season 10 (2023).
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Santhosh Kumar (Bigg Boss Kannada) born?

15 January

What is Santhosh Kumar (Bigg Boss Kannada) known for?

Comedian, Actor

What is Santhosh Kumar (Bigg Boss Kannada)’s marital status?

Married

Who is Santhosh Kumar (Bigg Boss Kannada) married to?

Manasa