He started his career as a mimicry artist in Kalabhavan (house of arts)[2] and debuted as an actor through Kabooliwala.

[3] Thereafter he played many notable roles in Malayalam films, mainly as a comedian.

His association with Siddique-Lal, Rafi-Mecartin and Lal Jose are particularly noted.

Varghese died on 3 February 2011 in Kozhikode of cancer.

The couple have a son Robin Varghese and a daughter Rincy.