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Santhana Bharathi

Santhana Bharathi

Actor, also writer · Born January 1, 1970 (56) · Dindigul, Tamilnadu, India

Santhana Bharathi is an Indian film actor and director based in Chennai, India. He has directed several films such as Guna and the National Film Award winner, Mahanadhi. He acts and has played supporting roles in films such as Dasavatharam, and Varalaru.

Biography from TMDB.

Born
January 1, 1970 (56)
From
Dindigul, Tamilnadu, India
Works as
Actor, also writer
Titles
18 on MovieCove · 117 credits in all
Links
IMDb (opens in a new tab)TMDB (opens in a new tab)Wikidata (opens in a new tab)

Known for

TMDB popularity, last 39 days to Oct 28Down 5% in 30 days

What are Santhana Bharathi's films like?

Across their 8 MovieCove titles with a thematic analysis, their films lean Morality and Bonds.

Genres

Action3 titlesTypical Midcredits score: 71st percentile, at or above their average across these genres
: browse their Action movies
Comedy3 titlesTypical Midcredits score: 68th percentile
: browse their Comedy movies

Their MovieCove films by primary genre. The badge is the typical Midcredits score of the genre's films, the median percentile; an up arrow marks a genre at or above their average across these genres.

Themes

share of theme weight
Morality
51%
Bonds
28%
Society
7%
Power
7%
Survival
4%
Ideas
3%
Justice5 titles, browse their movies with this themeFamily bonds3 titles, browse their movies with this themeRevenge2 titles, browse their movies with this themeDeception2 titles, browse their movies with this theme

What they feel like to watch

their average across 8 films
ToneFeelDemandtheir average · filled zone: the category
Light: How heavy the subject matter and outlook get. Browse their light movies.
Tone · Weight
lightdark

Light 4 · Serious 3 · Dark 1

Stylized: How far its world departs from everyday reality. Browse their stylized movies.
Tone · Style
naturalisticheightened

A split, not a type: Grounded 4 · Stylized 2 · Heightened 2

Charged: How hard the emotional peaks hit while you watch. Browse their charged movies.
Feel · Intensity
gentleintense

A split, not a type: Gentle 1 · Charged 3 · Intense 4

Shifting: How much it swings between very different feelings. Browse their shifting movies.
Feel · Swings
steadyswings

A split, not a type: Steady 3 · Shifting 2 · Whiplash 3

Some laughs: How much of the runtime is played for laughs. Browse their some laughs movies.
Feel · Humor
noneconstant

A split, not a type: Straight-faced 3 · Some laughs 2 · Funny 3

Even-paced: How fast it moves from scene to scene. Browse their even-paced movies.
Demand · Pace
slowrelentless

Slow burn 1 · Even-paced 5 · Relentless 2

Engaged: How much focus it asks of you — look away and lose the thread? Browse their engaged movies.
Demand · Attention
casualfull focus

Casual 2 · Engaged 5 · Full focus 1

Affecting: How much it costs you emotionally; whether you need recovery time. Browse their affecting movies.
Demand · Emotional cost
easyheavy

A split, not a type: Easy watch 3 · Affecting 2 · Heavy 3

Resolved: How much is left for you to interpret. Browse their resolved movies.
Demand · Resolution
resolvedambiguous

Resolved 7 · Open-ended 1 · Ambiguous 0

Moods and endings

endings are an aggregate; no title is named

Dominant moods · mentions across their titles

Thrilling
4
Tense
3
Absurd
3
Joyful
2
Bittersweet
2
Other
8

How their films linger

Fun4 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteFeel-good4 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteHopeful2 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteBittersweet3 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteThought-provoking2 titles, browse their movies with this aftertaste

How their films end · 1 with a twist

  • Happy5
  • Bittersweet3

AI-generated from each title's plot synopsis and cast list, with extra plot summaries, reviews and Parents Guide notes for titles the model may not know, and the model's own knowledge of the ones it recognizes. Only analyzed titles count, so this covers part of the filmography; the feel axes count films only for now.

Where can I watch Santhana Bharathi's films?

As of October 24, 2026, 13 of their 18 MovieCove titles stream on a subscription or free service, most on Prime Video (7).

Also on these channels

Subscription and free streaming for Santhana Bharathi's titles on MovieCove; rent and buy are not counted. Titles are listed by Midcredits score, highest first, at most 12 per service; a dashed chip is a producer credit or a minor one, such as a thanks. A service opens the browse page, which counts movies only, so its number can differ.

Filmography

117 credits, 18 with a MovieCove page; 1 appearance as themselves is hidden until asked for.

  • Aaromaley (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2025)

    as Xavier

  • Madharaasi(2025)

    as Raghu's Grandfather

    Midcredits score: 70th percentile of all films

  • Jenma Natchathiram (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2025)

    Actor

  • Gangers(2025)

    as Aagasalingam

    Midcredits score: 34th percentile of all films

  • Nirangal Moondru (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2024)

    Actor

  • Thalaimai Seyalagam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2024)

    Show 8 episodes · as Selvapuviyarasan Madhusoodhanan

  • Ghosty (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2023)

    Actor

  • Suzhal - The Vortex(2022)

    Show 8 episodes · as Kothandaraman

    Midcredits score: 90th percentile of all shows

  • Vikram(2022)

    as Uppiliappan

    Midcredits score: 99th percentile of all films

  • Plan Panni Pannanum (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2021)

    Actor

  • Kuruthi Kalam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2021)

    Show 13 episodes · as Panneerselvam

  • Indha Nilai Maarum(2020)

    Actor

    Midcredits score: 60th percentile of all films (provisional, few ratings)

  • Dagaalty (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2020)

    as Malli's Father

  • RK Nagar(2019)

    as Sundaramoorthy

    Midcredits score: 16th percentile of all films

  • Thavam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2019)

    Actor

  • Goko Mako (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2019)

    Actor

  • Tamizh Padam 2.0(2018)

    as Nakul

    Midcredits score: 68th percentile of all films

  • Diya (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2018)

    as Builder

  • Kalakalappu 2 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2018)

    Actor

  • Yaanum Theeyavan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2017)

    as Sethuramalingam

  • Sivalinga(2017)

    as Raheem's father

    Midcredits score: 20th percentile of all films

  • Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings(2016)

    as Chellaiya

    Midcredits score: 74th percentile of all films

  • Vaarayo Vennilave (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2016)

    Actor

  • Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2016)

    as Pavithra's grandfather

  • Vaaliba Raja (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2016)

    Actor

  • Thoongaa Vanam(2015)

    Actor

    Midcredits score: 71st percentile of all films

  • Kathirvel Kakka (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    Actor

  • Eli (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    Actor

  • Aranmanai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    as Chairman Paramasivam

  • Sooran (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    Actor

  • Tenaliraman (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    as Ex Chettiar/Man carrying bags of rice on cart

  • Vallinam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    as Puzhaldasan

  • Jannal Oram (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    as Senior Bus Repair Mechanic

  • All in All Azhagu Raja (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    as Khader Bhai

  • Chennaiyil Oru Naal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    as Manimaran

  • Puthagam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    Actor

  • Maasi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2012)

    Actor

  • Marudhavelu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2011)

    Actor

  • Eththan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2011)

    as Selvi's Father

  • Ponnar Shankar (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2011)

    Actor

  • Siruthai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2011)

    as Minister

  • Viruthagiri (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    Actor

  • Kattradhu Kalavu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    as Vaikavardhan

  • Porkkalam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    Actor

  • Eenadu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Karamchand Lala

  • Unnaipol Oruvan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Karamchand Lala

  • Madurai Sambavam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Caroline's father

  • Maasilamani (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    Actor

  • Padikathavan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Ramalingam

  • Nayagan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    Actor

  • Kuselan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    as Kuppusamy's Assistant

  • Dasavatharam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    as J. Ragavendra's brother-in-law

  • Machakaaran (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2007)

    as Shivani's Uncle

  • Nam Naadu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2007)

    as Political Member

  • Marudhamalai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2007)

    Actor

  • Varalaru (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    as Jeeva's Stepfather

  • Jerry (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    Actor

  • Pattiyal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    as Nachimuthu

  • Aathi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    Actor

  • Paramasivan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    as Malar's father

  • Ah Aah: Anbe Aaruyire (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2005)

    as Jackie

  • Mumbai Xpress (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2005)

    as Chettiar

  • Aayudham (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2005)

    Actor

  • Vasoolraja M.B.B.S(2004)

    as Gangadharan

    Midcredits score: 97th percentile of all films

  • Winner (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2003)

    as Neelaveni's Uncle

  • Nala Damayanthi(2003)

    as Flight Passenger

    Midcredits score: 81st percentile of all films

  • Military (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2003)

    as Velu Nayakar

  • Anbe Sivam(2003)

    as Kandasamy Padayachi's Assistant

    Midcredits score: 98th percentile of all films

  • Villain (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2002)

    as Father Karunakaran

  • King (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2002)

    as Dr. Cheenu

  • Panchatanthiram (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2002)

    as Tenant

  • Alli Arjuna (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2002)

    Actor

  • Pammal K. Sambandam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2002)

    Actor

  • Kadal Pookkal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2001)

    Actor

  • Samuthiram (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2001)

    Actor

  • Dosth (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2001)

    as Judge

  • Ullam Kollai Poguthey (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2001)

    as Santhanam

  • Friends(2001)

    as Sethupathi

    Midcredits score: 96th percentile of all films

  • Vaanavil (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2000)

    Actor

  • Budget Padmanabhan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2000)

    Actor

  • Hey Ram(2000)

    Assistant Director

    Midcredits score: 98th percentile of all films

  • Mugavari (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2000)

    as RK Ram

  • Aasaiyil Oru Kaditham (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1999)

    Actor

  • En Swasa Kaatre (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1999)

    Actor

  • Guru Paarvai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1998)

    Actor

  • Velai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1998)

    Actor

  • Tamizh Selvan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    Actor

  • Amman Kovil Vaasalile (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as cameo

  • Love Birds (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    Actor

  • Mr. Madras (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    as Police inspector

  • Engirundho Vandhan (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    Director · Screenplay

  • Nammavar (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    as Sakthivel

  • Vietnam Colony (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    Director · Screenplay

  • Magalir Mattum(1994)

    Actor

    Midcredits score: 90th percentile of all films

  • Mahanadhi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    Director

  • Chinna Mappillai (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1993)

    Director · Screenplay

  • Gunaa (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    Director

  • Thambikku Oru Pattu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    Actor

  • Edhir Katru (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    Actor

  • Aarathi Edungadi (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    as Natarajan

  • Mounam Sammadham (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    Actor

  • Michael Madana Kama Rajan(1990)

    as Michael's foster father

    Midcredits score: 99th percentile of all films

  • Kaavalukku Gettikkaaran (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    Director

  • Panakkaran (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    as Samiyar

  • Karagattakaran (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    as Chinnarasu

  • Poovizhi Raja (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    Director

  • En Thamizh En Makkal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    Director

  • Ullathil Nalla Ullam (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    Actor

  • En Uyir Kannamma (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    as Velayudham

  • Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1987)

    Director · Screenplay

  • Vikram (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1986)

    as ThankaRaj

  • Needhiyin Nizhal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1985)

    Director · Screenplay

  • Sahasame Jeevitham (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1984)

    Director · Writer

  • Mella Pesungal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1983)

    Director

  • Panneer Pushpangal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1981)

    Director · Screenplay

  • Raaja Paarvai(1981)

    Writer · Actor

    Midcredits score: 88th percentile of all films

  • Iravu (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)

    Actor

Career shape

Star power in the 89th percentile of 239,109 people with a billed film role, over a full career of 116 titles, 115 of them dated from 1981 to 2025; peak year 2003.

Biggest box office

Vikram (2022)

$30M worldwide

Highest rated

Vikram (2022)

Midcredits 99th

Film career

19812025

Peak 2003 · back in prominent film roles after a quiet stretch. Film roles by billing, audience size and rating; 25+ votes. A show carries a single first-air date, so shows are not on the curve.

By role

only this rolewith another role
Acting102 of 116: 101 only acting, 1 with another role · typical Midcredits score85thDirecting13 of 116: 6 only directing, 7 with another roleWriting8 of 116: 0 only writing, 8 with another roleOther crew1 of 116: 1 only other crew, 0 with another role

116 titles, 8 with more than one role.

By decade

1980s12 · 5 acting · 8 crew1990s22 · 16 acting · 6 crew2000s38 · 37 acting · 1 crew2010s30 · acting2020s13 · acting

Billing

usually 13th · top billed in 0% of 11 roles
9005

Counts from TMDB across their full career, self appearances out; a title counts in every role they held on it. The ring is the typical Midcredits score (the median percentile) of the role's titles that are on MovieCove, shown from 5 scored. Billing is TMDB cast order for roles with 25+ votes, billed in the top 30; the columns are the share of top-billed roles in each era, 5-year spans from the year on the label, merged until each holds at least 5 roles.

How do Santhana Bharathi's films land?

Their typical MovieCove film has a Midcredits score in the 81st percentile, the median of all 17; across their 8 films with reception data, the typical film sits in the 69th percentile for acclaim.

Acclaim · how much people like their films

69thpercentile
Typical film, the median of 8

Approval · how many liked their films

81stpercentile
Typical film, the median of 8

Reach · how many have seen their films

59thpercentile
Typical film, the median of 8

Midcredits score across 18 titles, by percentile

  • 75th and up10
  • 50th to 74th5
  • 25th to 49th1
  • Below 25th2

Shape of the crowd

7 of their 18 titles are Mixed.

  • Universally Loved6
  • Divisive1
  • Crowd Pleaser4
  • Mixed7

Most divisive · actor

Indha Nilai Maarum (2020)

94th percentile spread · 29% rated it 4 or lower

Most loved · actor

Michael Madana Kama Rajan (1990)

Midcredits 99th · 94% liked

Reviewers score the acting 78/100 in their films, across 8 reviewed titles; fans 83, detractors 52. The element that speaks to their work as an actor.

Percentiles are each film's standing among all films on MovieCove; the typical film is the median, so one outlier cannot drag it. Percentiles and reviewer scores count the films IMDb credits them on, for now; the Midcredits score bands, the shape of the crowd and the two cards count their MovieCove titles, shows included (a show ranked among shows), appearances as themselves left out. A descriptor is the shape of a title's IMDb rating distribution against the catalog; "most divisive" needs a spread wider than half of all titles, and a card names only a principal credit: a craft role, and on a show a crew role or a run of episodes, never a courtesy credit or a one-off guest spot.

Who does Santhana Bharathi work with?

People who share at least 2 of Santhana Bharathi's MovieCove titles, grouped by what they did on them; Kamal Haasan shares the most, 5.

Directors

Writers

Actors

Producers