Amol Palekar
Chhoti Si Baat, Baton Baton Mein, Gol Maal, Naram Garam, everyman of Indian cinema
With the Sun in Sagittarius (Western) and the Moon in Kumbha (Vedic Rashi), Amol Palekar combines the fire energy of Sagittarius with the vayu (air) depth of Kumbha, ruled by Shani (शनि). Their Life Path 8 — the The Achiever — guided by Saturn, brings powerful, authoritative, business-minded, and goal-oriented. to everything they do.
About Amol Palekar
Amol Palekar is an acclaimed Indian actor and filmmaker renowned as the quintessential face of the relatable "common man" in 1970s Hindi cinema. Born in Mumbai in 1944, he initially trained in fine arts at the Sir J. J. School of Art before establishing himself in experimental Marathi theatre under Satyadev Dubey. Palekar gained widespread prominence by starring in Basu Chatterjee’s slice-of-life classics Rajnigandha and Chhoti Si Baat. He won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his memorable dual-identity performance in Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s iconic comedy Gol Maal. Transitioning seamlessly behind the camera, he directed critically acclaimed works, including the Marathi drama Akriet and the fantasy film Paheli, which represented India as its official submission to the 78th Academy Awards. Palekar redefined Indian cinematic heroism by rejecting hyperbolic action in favor of quiet vulnerability, gentle wit, and everyday middle-class realities. His nuanced authenticity and commitment to meaningful storytelling ensure his enduring cultural impact across generations of film lovers.
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Amol Palekar — Birthday & Personal Facts
| Full Name | Amol Palekar |
|---|---|
| Profession | Actor |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | November 24, 1944 |
| Age | 81 years old |
| Chinese Zodiac | 🐒 Wood Monkey |
| Sun sign (Western) | ♐ Sagittarius |
| Moon sign (Rashi) | Kumbha |
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha or Purva Bhadrapada (depends on birth time) |
| Life Path Number | 8 — The Achiever |
A genuine Vedic Kundli for Amol Palekar would need their exact birth time and place, and those are not in the public record. The Ascendant (Lagna), house placements, Nakshatra and Dasha timeline all change with just a few minutes' difference — so we don't invent a time or quietly default to noon. This profile therefore shows only what the birth date can honestly support: Sun sign, Moon sign (Rashi), Chinese zodiac and Life Path.
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Astrological Profile
Sagittarius ♐ — The Fire Sign
Sagittarius is the most adventurous and freedom-loving sign. Ruled by Jupiter, they are eternal seekers of truth, experience, and wisdom. Their enthusiasm is contagious and their optimism — even in adversity — is their defining quality.
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Career: Natural philosophers and explorers who excel in travel, education, law, writing, and international business. Optimism and big-picture thinking inspire teams.
Amol Palekar's Age on Other Planets
| Planet | Age (planet years) | Orbit (Earth years) |
|---|---|---|
| ☿ Mercury | 340 | 0.2 |
| ♀ Venus | 133 | 0.6 |
| ♂ Mars | 43 | 1.9 |
| ♃ Jupiter | 6 | 11.9 |
| ♄ Saturn | 2 | 29.4 |
| ♅ Uranus | 0 | 84 |
| ♆ Neptune | 0 | 164.8 |
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When is Amol Palekar's birthday?
Amol Palekar was born on November 24, 1944.
How old is Amol Palekar?
Amol Palekar is 81 years old.
What is Amol Palekar's zodiac sign?
Amol Palekar's Western zodiac (Sun) sign is Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21), an element of Fire ruled by Jupiter.
What is Amol Palekar's Moon sign (Rashi)?
Amol Palekar's Moon sign (Vedic Rashi) is Kumbha: the sidereal Moon stayed in Kumbha for the whole of November 24, 1944, so it does not depend on the birth time. This is different from the Western Sun sign (Sagittarius).
What is Amol Palekar's Chinese zodiac sign?
Amol Palekar was born in the Year of the Monkey (Wood Monkey) — Sharp, smart, curious, mischievous.
What is Amol Palekar known for?
Amol Palekar is an Indian actor known for: Chhoti Si Baat, Baton Baton Mein, Gol Maal, Naram Garam, everyman of Indian cinema
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