He was known for starring in blockbuster Malayalam films, Rajavinte Makan (1986) and Thoovanathumbikal (1987)[2][3] Alex produced more than 220 documentaries and digitisations on world peace, religion, tourism, health systems and human rights.

He was well noted for his role as "Babu" in the successful film, "Thoovanathumbikal (1987)" starring Mohan Lal and directed by Padmarajan.

Though it was at the peak of his acting career, Alex decided to quit and enter the field of alternative medicine and spirituality.

[14] He founded the non-profit organisations Vedik-India Society (2000),[4] E-Ducatus Foundation, Institute of Ancient Integrative Therapies and Research[15] with his wife, Anitha Alex.

[16] He travelled extensively and digitised India district wise to promote Indian culture around the world.

Self-realisation about the ancient systems of healing and good living combined with contemporary medicines can help improve the quality of life.

"[18]His work involved a comprehensive and integrated understanding of many systems and modules that operate in the fields of:[19] With the craft and credibility from the film industry, Alex produced more than 220 documentaries ranging from World religion, education, tourism, Health systems and many other titles.

His notable works include the documentaries A Vision and Mission to Tirupati,[20][21] 'Alphabet of life' and 'A Pilgrimage to Holy Sabarimala'.

[22] It was one of the few documentaries screened in association with the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) festival.

Alex was also the Head of Sanskrit Academies and Research Institutes for the World Samskrit Book fair.