K. Balachander filmography facts for kids

K. Balachander was a super talented Indian filmmaker. He wrote and directed almost 80 movies! He worked on over 100 films in total, either as a director or writer. He made movies in many languages like Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, and Kannada. He was known for making movies that were different and often showed strong female characters.

Who Was K. Balachander?

K. Balachander was a very important person in Indian cinema. He was born in 1930 and passed away in 2014. People often called him "Iyakkunar Sigaram," which means "Peak of Directors." He was famous for telling unique stories. His movies often explored new ideas and showed real-life situations.

His Amazing Film Career

K. Balachander started his career as a writer. He wrote scripts for many plays before moving into movies. His first movie as a director was Neerkumizhi in 1965. This was a big step for him. From then on, he directed and wrote many films. He was known for introducing new actors who later became very famous.

Directing and Writing Many Films

Balachander was very busy! He directed and wrote movies in several languages. He worked mostly in Tamil cinema. But he also made popular films in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. This showed how versatile he was. He could connect with audiences across different parts of India.

Some of his early successful movies include Major Chandrakanth (1966) and Ethir Neechal (1968). He often wrote the stories and dialogues for his films himself. This allowed him to fully express his vision.

Key Movies and Awards

K. Balachander made many memorable films. Here are some of his notable works:

• Iru Kodugal (1969): This film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil. It was a big achievement early in his career.
• Aval Oru Thodar Kathai (1974): This movie was very popular. It won him the Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Director.
• Apoorva Raagangal (1975): This film also won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil. It was another Filmfare Award winner for him as Best Tamil Director.
• Maro Charithra (1978): A Telugu film that won him the Filmfare Award for Best Telugu Director.
• Varumayin Niram Sivappu (1980): This movie earned him another Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Director and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Director.
• Thaneer Thaneer (1981): This film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil and Best Screenplay. He also won the Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Director for it.
• Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981): This was a popular Hindi film. It won him the Filmfare Award for Best Screenplay.
• Achamillai Achamillai (1984): This film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil and the Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Director.
• Sindhu Bhairavi (1985): A critically acclaimed film.
• Rudraveena (1988): This Telugu film won the Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration.
• Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal (1989): He won the Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Director and Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Director for this movie.
• Oru Veedu Iru Vasal (1990): This film won the National Film Award for Best Film on Other Social Issues.
• Vaaname Ellai (1992): Another Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Director.

His 100th movie as a director was Paarthale Paravasam in 2001. He also acted in a few movies, sometimes in special appearances. For example, he had a lead role in Rettaisuzhi (2010). His last acting role was in Uthama Villain (2015).

K. Balachander's work left a huge mark on Indian cinema. He is remembered for his unique storytelling and for bringing new talent to the film industry.