Filmmaker
Balu Mahendra
1 film on Movie OTT · 1 as director
Balanathan Benjamin Mahendran or commonly known as Balu Mahendra, was an Indian cinematographer, director, screenwriter and film editor. Born into a Sri Lankan Tamil household, Mahendra developed a passion towards photography and literature at a tender age. He was drawn towards film-making after witnessing the shoot of David Lean's The Bridge on the River Kwai in Sri Lanka. He started his career as a literary editor before gaining an admission to the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) to pursue a course in cinematography. Mahendra entered films as a cinematographer in the early 1970s and gradually rose to becoming a film-maker by the end of the decade.
About Balu Mahendra
Balanathan Benjamin Mahendran or commonly known as Balu Mahendra, was an Indian cinematographer, director, screenwriter and film editor. Born into a Sri Lankan Tamil household, Mahendra developed a passion towards photography and literature at a tender age. He was drawn towards film-making after witnessing the shoot of David Lean's The Bridge on the River Kwai in Sri Lanka.
He started his career as a literary editor before gaining an admission to the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) to pursue a course in cinematography. Mahendra entered films as a cinematographer in the early 1970s and gradually rose to becoming a film-maker by the end of the decade.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where was Balu Mahendra born?
Balu Mahendra was born 1939-05-20 in Batticaloa, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka.
What films is Balu Mahendra known for?
Balu Mahendra has 1 title indexed on Movie OTT, including Moondram Pirai.
Where can I watch Balu Mahendra's films?
1 of Balu Mahendra's films are currently streaming, available on Prime Video.
Has Balu Mahendra directed any films?
Yes — Balu Mahendra has 1 directorial credit indexed on Movie OTT.