Shekhar Kapur - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 06, 1945 |
|---|---|
| Age | 80 |
| Birthplace | Lahore, British India (now Pakistan) |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Shekhar Kapur's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Directing the films 'Elizabeth', 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age', and 'Bandit Queen' |
Intro
Shekhar Kapur is an acclaimed Indian film director, actor, and producer best known internationally for directing the Oscar-nominated film 'Elizabeth' and its sequel 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age'. He is also recognized for his impactful work in Indian cinema, notably the cult classic 'Bandit Queen.'
Early Life & Background
Shekhar Kapur was born on December 6, 1945, in Lahore, which was part of British India at the time. He comes from a Punjabi family and is the nephew of famed Indian actor Dev Anand. Kapur moved with his family to India after the partition in 1947. He studied economics at St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, and initially worked as a chartered accountant in the United Kingdom before pursuing a career in film.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Bandit Queen' (1994), which garnered international critical acclaim.
- Directed 'Elizabeth' (1998), which received several Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director.
- Directed 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age' (2007), which also received Academy Award nominations.
- Served as a judge for various international film festivals.
- Acted in several Indian films and television series in the early stages of his career.
Trivia
- Is the nephew of Indian cinema legend Dev Anand.
- Originally trained and worked as a chartered accountant before transitioning into filmmaking.
- Has served as a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival.
FAQs
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Shekhar Kapur was born the 6 December 1945.
Lahore, British India (now Pakistan).
On His Birth-Day
About December 6th, 1945, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 6th, 1945 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Chickery Chick by Gene Krupa & His Orchestra (vocal Anita O'Day
- Popular movie: The Lost Weekend directed by Billy Wilder
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