★ HOW OLD IS SHASHANK?
Shashank is 54 years old, born June 24, 1972 in IN · Cancer.
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About
Shashank directed Kannada cinema's defining coming-of-age and romance films, launching careers of actors who became household names. Born in 1972, he debuted as director with Sixer in 2007, then broke through with Moggina Manasu, whose screenplay earned critical praise. He went on to helm Krishnan Love Story, Bachchan, Krishna-Leela, Mungaaru Male 2, and Love 360. As a Cancer, Shashank channels emotional depth into character-driven narratives.
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Biography
Shashank is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and lyricist working in Kannada cinema. Born 24 June 1972 in India, he made his directorial debut with Sixer in 2007. His second film, Moggina Manasu (2008), established his signature style: it received critical acclaim for its screenplay and coming-of-age storytelling. Shashank built a filmography rooted in romance and emotional realism, directing Krishnan Love Story (2010), Bachchan (2013), Krishna-Leela (2015), Mungaaru Male 2 (2016), and Love 360 (2022). Beyond directing, he works as a screenwriter and lyricist, roles that reinforce his character-focused approach. A defining achievement: Shashank identified and nurtured four actors—Yash, Radhika Pandit, Prajwal Devraj, and Neha Shetty—who became successful stars in Kannada cinema. His life-path number, 4, suggests a foundation-builder's discipline; paired with his Cancer zodiac nature, this manifests in meticulous scriptwork and ensemble storytelling.
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Trivia
- Shashank introduced Yash, who became a pan-Indian star, early in his directorial career.
- Moggina Manasu's critical acclaim for screenplay established him as a writer-director, not just a commercial filmmaker.
- He has maintained a romance and coming-of-age focus across 15 years of directing, from 2007 to 2022.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Builder
Disciplined and structured. Shashank succeed where consistency beats charisma — long catalogs, repeatable craft, slow-grow audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Shashank?
- Shashank is 54 years old (born June 24, 1972).
- When is Shashank's birthday?
- Shashank was born on June 24, 1972.
- What is Shashank's zodiac sign?
- Shashank is a Cancer, born June 24, 1972.
- What is Shashank's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Shashank was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is Shashank from?
- Shashank is from IN.
- What does Shashank do?
- Shashank is a writer.
- Is Shashank still alive?
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