Born on 29 May 1949 in Kollam, Kerala
Holds a Master’s degree in History and a Diploma in Journalism
Entered Kerala Govt. Service in 1970
Retired as Deputy Secretary in Govt. Service
Film debut: Mukhyamantri (1985)
Acted in 100+ films across Malayalam and Tamil cinema
Known for villainous and character roles
Member of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Also a poet and writer
Married to Vijaya Nair, has a daughter Gayathri
Continues to act in films and participate in politics