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Vidya Balan

Vidya Balan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 01, 1978
Age48
BirthplaceBombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India
Zodiac SignCapricorn - (see also Vidya Balan's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacSnake
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForAward-winning roles in films such as 'The Dirty Picture', 'Kahaani', and 'Parineeta'

Intro

Vidya Balan is an acclaimed Indian actress known for her work in Hindi cinema. Renowned for pioneering a change in the portrayal of women in Bollywood with bold, unconventional roles, she has received several prestigious awards and is regarded as one of the most talented actresses in India.

Early Life & Background

Vidya Balan was born on January 1, 1978, in Bombay (now Mumbai), into a Tamil family. She was educated at St. Anthony Girls' High School and St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, later earning a master's degree in sociology from the University of Mumbai.

Career Highlights

  • Debuted with 'Parineeta' (2005), winning a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut
  • Starred in 'Lage Raho Munna Bhai' (2006), earning widespread recognition
  • 'The Dirty Picture' (2011), won National Film Award for Best Actress
  • 'Kahaani' (2012), received both commercial success and critical acclaim
  • Recipient of numerous awards, including a National Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards
  • Awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian honor, in 2014

Trivia

  • She has served as a member of the Indian Central Board of Film Certification
  • Actively supports humanitarian causes, especially women's empowerment
  • Originally planned to work in television before transitioning to film

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Vidya Balan?

Vidya Balan is 48 years old.

When was Vidya Balan born?

Vidya Balan was born the 1 January 1978.

Where is Vidya Balan from?

Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India.

On Her Birth-Day

About January 1st, 1978, in brief:

  • Historical events: On January 1, 1978, significant revisions to U.S. copyright law came into effect, modernizing the legal framework for copyright protection. This revision aimed to address the challenges posed by new technologies and media.
  • Day of the week: January 1st, 1978 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Le Freak by Chic
  • Popular movie: The Deer Hunter directed by Michael Cimino

Check the link for more news and curiosities on January 1st, 1978.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vidya_Balan
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Vidya-Balan
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1121876/