Hariprasad Chaurasia
Greatest living bansuri (flute) player, collaborated with John McLaughlin, Padma Vibhushan
As a Cancer, Hariprasad Chaurasia carries the water energy of the archer β cancer is the most emotionally intelligent sign of the zodiac. deeply intuitive . Their Life Path 11 β the The Visionary (Master 11) β guided by Moon and Sun, brings highly intuitive, inspirational, and spiritually aware. mast to everything they do.
About Hariprasad Chaurasia
Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia is an internationally acclaimed Indian classical flautist who elevated the bansuri from a folk instrument to global concert stages. Born in Allahabad in 1938, he secretly pursued music against his wrestler fatherβs wishes, training under Pandit Bholanath Prasanna and later the legendary Annapurna Devi. During his prolific career, Chaurasia introduced Hindustani classical ragas to diverse global audiences through high-profile collaborations with Western icons, including John McLaughlin and the Beatles. Alongside santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma, he formed the celebrated composing duo Shiv-Hari, scoring landmark Bollywood soundtracks such as Silsila, Chandni, and Darr. The Government of India recognized his monumental contributions with the Padma Bhushan in 1990 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2000. Committed to cultural preservation, he founded Vrindaban Gurukul in Mumbai and Bhubaneswar to train upcoming artists in the traditional guru-shishya lineage. His richly expressive tone and innovative technique remain the definitive benchmark for the bansuri, ensuring his timeless influence on world music.
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Hariprasad Chaurasia β Birthday & Personal Facts
| Full Name | Hariprasad Chaurasia |
|---|---|
| Profession | Musician |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | July 1, 1938 |
| Age | 88 years old |
| Chinese Zodiac | π Earth Tiger |
| Sun sign (Western) | β Cancer |
| Moon sign (Rashi) | Karka or Simha (depends on birth time) |
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha or Magha (depends on birth time) |
| Life Path Number | 11 β The Visionary (Master 11) |
A genuine Vedic Kundli for Hariprasad Chaurasia 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 β 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
Cancer β β The Water Sign
Cancer is the most emotionally intelligent sign of the zodiac. Deeply intuitive and sentimental, they are fiercely protective of those they love. Their connection to home and family gives them an emotional depth few signs match.
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Career: Excels in healthcare, social work, education, real estate, and culinary arts. Deep empathy makes them exceptional caregivers and community builders.
Hariprasad Chaurasia's Age on Other Planets
| Planet | Age (planet years) | Orbit (Earth years) |
|---|---|---|
| βΏ Mercury | 366 | 0.2 |
| β Venus | 143 | 0.6 |
| β Mars | 46 | 1.9 |
| β Jupiter | 7 | 11.9 |
| β Saturn | 2 | 29.4 |
| β Uranus | 1 | 84 |
| β Neptune | 0 | 164.8 |
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When is Hariprasad Chaurasia's birthday?
Hariprasad Chaurasia was born on July 1, 1938.
How old is Hariprasad Chaurasia?
Hariprasad Chaurasia is 88 years old.
What is Hariprasad Chaurasia's zodiac sign?
Hariprasad Chaurasia's Western zodiac (Sun) sign is Cancer (Jun 21 β Jul 22), an element of Water ruled by Moon.
What is Hariprasad Chaurasia's Moon sign (Rashi)?
Hariprasad Chaurasia's Moon sign (Vedic Rashi) is Karka or Simha (depends on birth time): the Moon moved from Karka into Simha on July 1, 1938, and the exact birth time is not documented. This is different from the Western Sun sign (Cancer).
What is Hariprasad Chaurasia's Chinese zodiac sign?
Hariprasad Chaurasia was born in the Year of the Tiger (Earth Tiger) β Brave, confident, competitive.
What is Hariprasad Chaurasia known for?
Hariprasad Chaurasia is an Indian musician known for: Greatest living bansuri (flute) player, collaborated with John McLaughlin, Padma Vibhushan
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