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    Naseeruddin Shah

    Sparsh, Mirch Masala, Masoom, A Wednesday, Iqbal, one of India's finest actors

    🎨 Lucky Colour: Blue🔢 Lucky Number: 1, 3, 4🃏 Tarot: The ChariotRashi lucky elements need the birth time (the Moon changed sign on this date: Simha or Kanya)

    As a Cancer, Naseeruddin Shah carries the water energy of the archer — cancer is the most emotionally intelligent sign of the zodiac. deeply intuitive . Their Life Path 6 — the The Nurturer — guided by Venus, brings responsible, caring, family-oriented, and harmonious. natura to everything they do.

    About Naseeruddin Shah

    Naseeruddin Shah is an acclaimed Indian actor widely regarded as a foundational pillar of Indian parallel cinema and modern theatre. Born in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, he honed his formidable craft at the National School of Drama and the Film and Television Institute of India. Shah achieved critical breakthroughs during the 1980s art-house movement, delivering commanding performances in the police drama *Ardh Satya* and the cult satirical comedy *Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron*. A three-time National Film Award winner, he showcased his tremendous range in diverse masterworks such as *Sparsh*, *Paar*, and *Iqbal*. His international profile expanded through striking appearances as a fiery patriarch in the British comedy-drama *East Is East*, a brief cameo in Richard Attenborough’s historical epic *Gandhi*, and a memorable supporting role in the Hollywood political drama *Charlie Wilson’s War*. Beyond cinema, his relentless dedication to stage performance through his theatre troupe, Motley Productions, has reshaped India's dramatic landscape. Today, Shah remains an enduring cultural icon whose naturalistic acting style bridges the gap between commercial entertainment and uncompromising realism.

    Based on publicly available information.

    Naseeruddin Shah — Birthday & Personal Facts

    Full NameNaseeruddin Shah
    ProfessionActor
    NationalityIndian
    Date of BirthJuly 20, 1950
    Age76 years old
    Chinese Zodiac🐅 Metal Tiger
    Sun sign (Western)♋ Cancer
    Moon sign (Rashi)Simha or Kanya (depends on birth time)
    NakshatraUttara Phalguni or Hasta (depends on birth time)
    Life Path Number6 — The Nurturer
    🌙Vedic birth chart & birth timeBirth time: not on record

    A genuine Vedic Kundli for Naseeruddin Shah 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
    11celebrities share this birthday

    11 famous celebrities and notable people in our database were born on July 20. That makes it a common birthday.

    Rarity percentile: 22%

    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.

    Naseeruddin Shah's Age on Other Planets

    PlanetAge (planet years)Orbit (Earth years)
    ☿ Mercury3160.2
    ♀ Venus1230.6
    ♂ Mars401.9
    ♃ Jupiter611.9
    ♄ Saturn229.4
    ♅ Uranus084
    ♆ Neptune0164.8

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    Celebrity Birthday Twins

    10 other celebrities share Naseeruddin Shah's birthday (July 20):

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Naseeruddin Shah

    When is Naseeruddin Shah's birthday?

    Naseeruddin Shah was born on July 20, 1950.

    How old is Naseeruddin Shah?

    Naseeruddin Shah is 76 years old.

    What is Naseeruddin Shah's zodiac sign?

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

    What is Naseeruddin Shah's Moon sign (Rashi)?

    Naseeruddin Shah's Moon sign (Vedic Rashi) is Simha or Kanya (depends on birth time): the Moon moved from Simha into Kanya on July 20, 1950, and the exact birth time is not documented. This is different from the Western Sun sign (Cancer).

    What is Naseeruddin Shah's Chinese zodiac sign?

    Naseeruddin Shah was born in the Year of the Tiger (Metal Tiger) — Brave, confident, competitive.

    What is Naseeruddin Shah known for?

    Naseeruddin Shah is an Indian actor known for: Sparsh, Mirch Masala, Masoom, A Wednesday, Iqbal, one of India's finest actors

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