K. Balachander
Directing
Kailasam Balachander was a renowned Indian film producer, director and screenwriter. He directed films predominantly in Tamil, in addition to some films in the Kannada, Malayalam, Telugu and Hindi languages. Known for his distinct filmmaking style, the films he scripts and directs analyse unusual or complicated interpersonal relationships and social themes. Through his works, he contributed significantly to the development of the Tamil film industry in South India, and introduced hundreds of actors and actresses into cinema, including Kamal Hassan, Rajinikanth, Prakash Raj and Vivek.
Behind the camera
2007Naan Avan Illai
Writer
2006Poi
Director & Writer
2001Paarthale Paravasam
Director & Screenplay
1996Kalki
Director & Writer
1994Duet
Director & Screenplay
1993Server Somanna
Screenplay
1992Vaaname Ellai
Director & Writer
1991Azhagan
Director & Writer
1989Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal
Director & Writer
1988Unnal Mudiyum Thambi
Director & Writer
1988Rudraveena
Director & Writer
1987Velaikkaran
Screenplay
1986Punnagai Mannan
Director & Writer
1986Sundara Swapnagalu
Director & Screenplay
1985Sindhu Bhairavi
Director & Writer
1985Mugila Mallige
Director & Writer
1984Ek Nai Paheli
Director & Writer
1984Achamillai Achamillai
Director & Writer
1984Eradu Rekhegalu
Director & Writer
1983Poikkal Kudhirai
Director & Screenplay
1983Zara Si Zindagi
Director & Screenplay
1982Agni Sakshi
Director & Writer
1981Thillu Mullu
Director
1981Ek Duuje Ke Liye
Director & Writer