16/05/2025
Santhosh George Kulangara is a renowned Indian traveler, television producer, director, and media entrepreneur from Kerala. Born on December 25, 1971, in Marangattupilly, Kottayam district, he has significantly influenced Malayalam visual media through his pioneering travel documentaries and educational initiatives .(Wikipedia, National Skill India Mission)
๐ Career Highlights
Sancharam: In 2001, Kulangara launched Sancharam, the first visual travelogue in Malayalam. This groundbreaking series, which he shoots, edits, and directs himself, has covered over 130 countries across all seven continents. Initially aired on Asianet, it now broadcasts on Safari TV, a channel he founded in 2013 .(Wikipedia)
Safari TV: Established on November 1, 2013, Safari TV is India's first and only exploration channel dedicated to travel and history-based programming. Kulangara serves as its founder and managing director, continuing his mission to inspire viewers through global exploration .(Wikipedia)
Space Tourism: In 2007, he became the first Indian to purchase a ticket for a suborbital spaceflight with Virgin Galactic, marking a significant milestone in his adventurous pursuits .(Famous Birthdays)
Film Direction: Kulangara directed and produced Chandrayaan (2010), an English-language film depicting India's first lunar mission, offering viewers a cinematic insight into the nation's space endeavors .(Wikipedia)
โ๏ธ Literary Contributions
An accomplished author, Kulangara has penned several Malayalam books detailing his travel experiences:(National Skill India Mission)
Natashayude Varna Balloonukal (The Colourful Balloons of Natasha)
Oru Rabbiyude Chumbanangal (The Kisses of a Rabbi)
Ground Zeroyile Gayakan (The Musician at Ground Zero)
Zero Gravity
Baltic Diary
Spacilekku Oru Train Yatra (A Train Journey to Space)
These works offer readers an intimate look into his global journeys and reflections .(National Skill India Mission)
๐ Awards and Recognition
Kulangara's contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including:(Wikipedia)
Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award for Best Travelogue (2012)
Asian Television Award
K.R. Narayanan Award
Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Television Programme Director
Yuva Pratibha Award (2004)
All India RAPA Award
National Film Academy Award
Maniyeri Madhavan Award (2015)
Bahumukha Prathibha Award (2017)
Kerala Catholic Bishopsโ Council (KCBC) Media Award (2020-21)(Wikipedia, National Skill India Mission)
These honors reflect his impact on travel journalism and media .(National Skill India Mission)
๐งญ Recent Endeavors
Kulangara continues to inspire through his travel series and organized tours:
Sancharam Episodes: Recent episodes feature destinations like South Africa, Yogyakarta, Nepal, Maldives, Vietnam, and Belgium, showcasing diverse cultures and landscapes .(Goodreads)
Curated Tours: Through Sancharam Explorations Pvt. Ltd., he offers immersive travel experiences to regions such as Africa, Bhutan, Nepal, Bali, and former Soviet territories, blending adventure with cultural education .(premium.sancharam.com)
For more information and updates on his journeys, you can visit his official website: santhoshgeorge.com or explore episodes on Safari TV's YouTube channel.
