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    ⭐ Bollywood · Indian Celebrity

    K. Balachander

    Apoorva Raagangal, Aval Appadithan, Ninaithale Inikkum, mentor of Rajinikanth and Kamal

    🎨 Lucky Colour: Yellow🔢 Lucky Number: 2, 3, 7🃏 Tarot: The ChariotRashi lucky elements need the birth time (the Moon changed sign on this date: Vrischika or Dhanu)

    As a Cancer, K. Balachander carries the water energy of the archer — cancer is the most emotionally intelligent sign of the zodiac. deeply intuitive . Their Life Path 2 — the The Diplomat — guided by Moon, brings cooperative, sensitive, peaceful, and empathetic. the great to everything they do.

    About K. Balachander

    Kailasam Balachander, honored with India's highest cinematic honor, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, stands as one of Indian cinema’s most revolutionary and influential filmmakers. Born in 1930 in Madras Presidency, he initially worked as a central government clerk while passionately writing and staging Tamil theater productions. Transitioning to cinema, he won his first National Film Award for the poignant 1969 family drama Iru Kodugal. His daring 1975 classic Apoorva Raagangal defied traditional societal norms and introduced future superstar Rajinikanth. In 1981, he achieved immense nationwide critical and commercial success with Ek Duuje Ke Liye, remaking his Telugu romance Maro Charitra. While Hindi melodramas like Aarti, Aayee Milan Ki Bela, Aap Ki Kasam, Aandhi, and Apnapan were helmed by contemporary filmmaker J. Om Prakash, Balachander directed over one hundred socially provocative films across four languages. Revered as "Iyakkunar Sigaram," he mentored legends including Kamal Haasan and elevated character-driven realism. His fearless focus on female autonomy and complex human relationships ensures his enduring cultural impact on Indian cinema.

    Based on publicly available information.

    K. Balachander — Birthday & Personal Facts

    Full NameK. Balachander
    ProfessionDirector
    NationalityIndian
    Date of BirthJuly 9, 1930
    AgeDied in 2014, aged 83 or 84
    Chinese Zodiac🐎 Metal Horse
    Sun sign (Western)♋ Cancer
    Moon sign (Rashi)Vrischika or Dhanu (depends on birth time)
    NakshatraJyeshtha or Mula (depends on birth time)
    Life Path Number2 — The Diplomat
    🌙Vedic birth chart & birth timeBirth time: not on record

    A genuine Vedic Kundli for K. Balachander 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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    🎂 Birthday RarityCommon
    9celebrities share this birthday

    9 famous celebrities and notable people in our database were born on July 9. That makes it a common birthday.

    Rarity percentile: 44%

    Astrological Profile

    Cancer ♋ — 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.

    Strengths

    TenaciousImaginativeLoyalEmotionalSympathetic

    Challenges

    MoodyPessimisticSuspiciousManipulativeInsecure
    Lucky Colour
    Silver
    Lucky Stone
    Pearl
    Lucky Day
    Monday
    Lucky Numbers
    2, 7, 11
    🃏 Tarot Card: The Chariot
    Willpower, determination, and victory through inner control

    Compatibility

    ✓ Scorpio✓ Pisces✓ Taurus
    ✗ Aries✗ Libra

    Career: Excels in healthcare, social work, education, real estate, and culinary arts. Deep empathy makes them exceptional caregivers and community builders.

    K. Balachander's Age on Other Planets

    PlanetAge (planet years)Orbit (Earth years)
    ☿ Mercury3990.2
    ♀ Venus1560.6
    ♂ Mars511.9
    ♃ Jupiter811.9
    ♄ Saturn329.4
    ♅ Uranus184
    ♆ Neptune0164.8

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    Celebrity Birthday Twins

    8 other celebrities share K. Balachander's birthday (July 9):

    Guru DuttDirectorSanjeev KumarCelebrityU. G. KrishnamurtiCelebritySangeeta BijlaniCelebrityKhushbir KaurCelebrityTabassumCelebrityUrvashi DholakiaCelebrityTom HanksAmerican actor and film producer (born 1956)

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    Frequently Asked Questions About K. Balachander

    When is K. Balachander's birthday?

    K. Balachander was born on July 9, 1930.

    How old is K. Balachander?

    K. Balachander died in 2014, aged 83 or 84.

    What is K. Balachander's zodiac sign?

    K. Balachander's Western zodiac (Sun) sign is Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22), an element of Water ruled by Moon.

    What is K. Balachander's Moon sign (Rashi)?

    K. Balachander's Moon sign (Vedic Rashi) is Vrischika or Dhanu (depends on birth time): the Moon moved from Vrischika into Dhanu on July 9, 1930, and the exact birth time is not documented. This is different from the Western Sun sign (Cancer).

    What is K. Balachander's Chinese zodiac sign?

    K. Balachander was born in the Year of the Horse (Metal Horse) — Animated, active, energetic.

    What is K. Balachander known for?

    K. Balachander is an Indian director known for: Apoorva Raagangal, Aval Appadithan, Ninaithale Inikkum, mentor of Rajinikanth and Kamal

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