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Varthur Santhosh (Bigg Boss) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

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

Quick Info

Date of birth12 March

BirthplaceBengaluru, Karnataka, India

ProfessionFarmer

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyFather deceased

Varthur Santhosh (Bigg Boss) Biography

Varthur Santhosh is a Bengaluru-based farmer known for his work in animal husbandry and for advocating preservation of the Hallikar cattle. He reached a TV

Early life and background

Varthur Santosh Kumar S., commonly known as Varthur Santhosh and sometimes called Appi, is a farmer from Bengaluru, Karnataka. He attended Lady Vailankanni English School in Bengaluru. His birthdate falls on 12 March; his exact year of birth is not provided in the available information. Santhosh’s family has experienced loss—his father has passed away—which he has said influenced his decision to devote himself to farming.

Career

Santhosh works primarily as a farmer with a strong focus on animal husbandry. He is particularly associated with efforts to protect and promote the Hallikar breed of cattle, and his work caring for many animals and advocating for their welfare has drawn attention within Karnataka. He has been honoured at events for his contributions to animal preservation and frequently speaks out against animal exploitation.

Public profile

Santhosh built wider public recognition through his participation in the reality television series Bigg Boss Kannada 10 in 2023. Outside television, supporters and fans refer to him by monikers such as “VS Boss” and “Hallikar Santhosh,” reflecting his identity as an advocate for Hallikar cows.

Personal details and public image

Santhosh is Indian by nationality and hails from Bengaluru. He stands about 170 cm (5’7") tall and is reported to weigh around 75 kg (165 lbs). He has black eyes and black hair. He bears several tattoos, including the word “HALLIKAR” on his left hand and inscriptions on his wrists that read ‘MY DAD is MY HERO’ and ‘Love U Mom’. He is unmarried.

Santhosh is known to own a Mahindra Thar as part of his car collection. His work with animals and his on-screen presence have made him a recognisable figure in local media and among advocates for traditional cattle breeds.

Controversy

In October 2023, officials from the forest department detained Santhosh after they identified him wearing a tiger claw locket while he was on the Bigg Boss Kannada 10 set. Authorities examined the item to determine its provenance and subsequently requested that the production team hand Santhosh over to them; he was then arrested for the alleged violation concerning the protected item.

Latest updates

In 2023 Santhosh appeared on Bigg Boss Kannada 10 and drew attention both for his animal welfare advocacy and for the legal matter involving the tiger claw locket. He continues to be associated with Hallikar cattle preservation and animal husbandry efforts in Karnataka.
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Recent Work

Bigg Boss Kannada 10

Contestant on the reality show, 2023

2023
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Career Highlights

  1. Advocate for preservation and welfare of Hallikar cattle
  2. Recognised and honoured for work in animal preservation
  3. Contestant on Bigg Boss Kannada 10 (2023)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Varthur Santhosh (Bigg Boss) born?

12 March

What is Varthur Santhosh (Bigg Boss) known for?

Farmer

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

Unmarried