K. Balachander
Indian film director and screenwriter
Born
July 9th, 1930
94 years ago
Died
2014
11 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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K. Balachander was an influential Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter predominantly involved in Tamil cinema. Emerging in the 1960s, he established a reputation for introducing new talents and addressing complex social issues through cinema. Balachander founded the production company Kavithalayaa Productions, which produced numerous acclaimed films. He directed landmark movies such as '24 Mani Neram' and 'Veedu'. His storytelling often focused on the lives of the marginalized and dealt with themes of love, familial ties, and societal norms. Balachander received various awards, including the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema.
Directed 'Veedu'
Founded Kavithalayaa Productions
Received Dadasaheb Phalke Award
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