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Chronological Timeline (469 Entries)

  1. [1000 BC] Maitreyi — Vedic philosopher from ancient India, renowned for her wisdom in the Upanishads.
  2. [600 BC] Sushruta — Ancient Indian physician, credited as the father of plastic surgery.
  3. [568 BC] Śāriputra — A foremost and leading disciple of the Buddha, pivotal in early Buddhist development.
  4. [520 BC] Pāṇini — Foundational Sanskrit grammarian whose Aṣṭādhyāyī codified Classical Sanskrit.
  5. [500 BC] Ajatashatru — Powerful King of Magadha, founder of a dominant empire in ancient India.
  6. [401 BC] Jīvaka — Renowned physician to the Buddha and King Bimbisāra, celebrated as a model healer.
  7. [400 BC] Porus — Ancient Indian king renowned for his epic battle against Alexander the Great.
  8. [375 BC] Chanakya — Legendary Brahmin advisor to Chandragupta Maurya and founder of the Mauryan Empire.
  9. [350 BC] Megasthenes — Ancient Greek ethnographer renowned for his lost work, Indica, describing India.
  10. [340 BC] Chandragupta Maurya — Founder of the Maurya Empire, establishing the first great imperial power in India.
  11. [200 BC] Demetrius II of India — Indo-Greek King who ruled briefly in the 2nd century BC, known primarily through his coinage.
  12. [200 BC] Kaṇāda — Ancient Indian philosopher and founder of the Vaisheshika school of thought.
  13. [150 BC] Pingala — Foundational scholar of Indian prosody, metrics, and combinatorics.
  14. [80] Aśvaghoṣa — Second-century Buddhist Indian poet, philosopher, and dramatist.
  15. [150] Nagarjuna — Founder of the Madhyamaka school, central to the doctrine of emptiness (Śūnyatā).
  16. [200] Bhāsa — Pioneering Sanskrit playwright, predating Kālidāsa, whose works were rediscovered in the 20th century.
  17. [300] Vasubandhu — Pioneering Indian Buddhist philosopher, founder of the Yogacara school.
  18. [335] Samudragupta — Second Emperor of the Gupta Empire, known for vast military conquests in ancient India.
  19. [340] Faxian — Pioneering Buddhist pilgrim whose records shaped East Asian understanding of Indian Buddhism.
  20. [401] Buddhaghosa — Pioneering Indian philosopher and commentator of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition.
  21. [476] Aryabhata — Pioneering Indian mathematician and astronomer of the classical age.
  22. [480] Dignāga — Founding figure of Indian logic and Buddhist epistemology (c. 480–c. 540 CE)
  23. [500] Shudraka — Ancient Indian playwright credited with seminal Sanskrit dramas like Mrichchhakatika.
  24. [500] Vātsyāyana — Ancient Indian philosopher, renowned for authoring the seminal Kama Sutra.
  25. [501] Daṇḍin — Master Sanskrit grammarian and author of influential Indian prose romances.
  26. [570] Bhartṛhari — Pioneering Indian philosopher and grammarian who systematized linguistic monism.
  27. [590] Harsha — Great Emperor of Kannauj, whose reign marked a zenith of power in Northern India.
  28. [598] Brahmagupta — Pioneering Indian mathematician credited with formalizing the concept of zero.
  29. [600] Bhāskara I — 7th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer, pioneer of decimal system notation.
  30. [602] Xuanzang — Pioneering Buddhist monk, scholar, and translator who journeyed to India for sacred texts.
  31. [610] Pulakeshin II — Chalukya Emperor who expanded the empire across the Deccan region of peninsular India.
  32. [725] Śāntarakṣita — Influential Indian Buddhist philosopher, founder of Samye, key to Tibetan Madhyamaka thought.
  33. [817] Mahāvīra (mathematician) — 9th-century Indian Jain mathematician, author of Gaṇita-sāra-saṅgraha.
  34. [900] Vāchaspati Misra — Ninth-century Indian philosopher of Advaita Vedanta, known for commentaries and grammar.
  35. [947] Rajaraja I — Great Chola Emperor who expanded the empire across South India and the Indian Ocean.
  36. [950] Abhinavagupta — Polymathic philosopher and aesthetician from Kashmir, influential in Indian culture.
  37. [971] Mahmud of Ghazni — Founder of the Ghaznavid Empire, renowned for military campaigns in India and Persia.
  38. [988] Tilopa — A revered Buddhist tantric mahasiddha from Northeast India, known for his profound teachings.
  39. [1000] Rajendra I — Great Chola Emperor who expanded the empire across the Indian Ocean.
  40. [1000] Udayana — Pioneering Nyaya philosopher who reconciled logic and theology in the 10th century.
  41. [1012] Marpa Lotsawa — Pioneering Tibetan Buddhist teacher credited with transmitting Vajrayana teachings from India.
  42. [1016] Naropa — A revered Indian Buddhist Mahasiddha, key figure in Vajrayana teachings.
  43. [1079] Gampopa — Foundational Tibetan Buddhist master who codified the Kagyu tradition.
  44. [1134] Basava — Pioneering Lingayat reformer and poet who championed social equality in 12th-century India.
  45. [1192] Iltutmish — Founder of the Delhi Sultanate, Iltutmish ruled from 1211 to 1236.
  46. [1220] Jalal-ud-Din Khalji — Founder of the Khalji Dynasty and Sultan of Delhi (1290-1296)
  47. [1238] Madhvacharya — Founder of the Dvaita Vedanta school, a major dualistic tradition in Hinduism.
  48. [1253] Amir Khusrau — Iconic Indo-Persian Sufi poet, musician, and scholar of the Delhi Sultanate.
  49. [1254] Marco Polo — Venetian merchant and explorer whose writings revealed the wonders of Asia.
  50. [1266] Alauddin Khalji — Powerful Sultan of Delhi who reformed administration and repelled Mongol invasions.
  51. [1290] Muhammad bin Tughluq — Eighteenth Sultan of Delhi, known for ambitious, often erratic policies.
  52. [1340] Madhava of Sangamagrama — Founder of the Kerala School, pioneering work in infinite series and trigonometry.
  53. [1371] Zheng He — Ming Dynasty admiral whose voyages expanded China's Indian Ocean influence.
  54. [1450] Francisco de Almeida — Portuguese nobleman, soldier, and key architect of Portuguese power in the Indian Ocean.
  55. [1467] Pedro Álvares Cabral — Portuguese explorer credited with the discovery of Brazil and major voyages to India.
  56. [1469] Guru Nanak — Founder of Sikhism, an Indian mystic and poet who taught the message of Ik Onkar.
  57. [1469] Vasco da Gama — Portuguese explorer who pioneered the sea route from Europe to India.
  58. [1471] Krishnadevaraya — Emperor of Vijayanagara at its zenith, a powerful Hindu monarch in Indian history.
  59. [1479] Vallabha — Founder of the Kr̥ṣṇa-centered Puṣṭimārga sect of Vaishnavism and proponent of Śuddhādvaita.
  60. [1483] Babur — Founder of the Mughal Empire in South Asia, a descendant of Timur and Genghis Khan.
  61. [1486] Sher Shah Suri — Founder of the Sur Empire, a great administrator and general in Northern India.
  62. [1489] Rupa Goswami — A seminal poet and philosopher of the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition.
  63. [1493] Tansen — Master vocalist and composer of Hindustani classical music, famed in Mughal courts.
  64. [1494] Fuzuli (poet) — Master Azerbaijani poet, renowned for works in Persian, Arabic, and native tongue.
  65. [1500] Abd al-Samad — Founding master of Mughal miniature painting, active in the 16th century.
  66. [1501] Bairam Khan — Mughal military commander and statesman, regent for Emperors Humayun and Akbar.
  67. [1501] Hemu — Indian King and General who served the Sur Empire, fighting Mughals and Afghans.
  68. [1506] Francis Xavier — Navarrese Catholic saint and pioneering missionary to Asia and Japan.
  69. [1508] Humayun — Second Mughal Emperor who ruled parts of North India and Pakistan (1530-1540, 1555-1556)
  70. [1510] Mir Sayyid Ali — Master Persian miniature painter who shaped the style of Mughal art in India.
  71. [1551] Abul Fazl — Pioneering Mughal historian, writer, and Grand Vizier of Emperor Akbar's court.
  72. [1556] Abdul Rahim Khan-i-Khanan — Renowned Mughal court poet and minister, celebrated for his 'dohe' couplets.
  73. [1564] Ahmad Sirhindi — Influential Naqshbandi Sufi scholar who championed Islamic orthodoxy in the Mughal era.
  74. [1569] Jahangir — Fourth Mughal Emperor, known for artistic patronage and military campaigns.
  75. [1577] Nur Jahan — Powerful Mughal Empress, chief consort of Jahangir, who wielded unprecedented political influence.
  76. [1580] Ustad Ahmad Lahori — Master Architect of the Mughal Empire, famed for Shah Jahan's grand designs.
  77. [1590] Virji Vora — A paramount Jain merchant and financier during the height of the Mughal Empire.
  78. [1592] Shah Jahan — Mughal Emperor renowned for the zenith of Indian architecture and culture.
  79. [1593] Mumtaz Mahal — Empress of the Mughal Empire, renowned for her association with the Taj Mahal.
  80. [1618] Aurangzeb — Sixth Mughal Emperor who expanded the empire to its greatest extent.
  81. [1627] Shivaji — Founder of the Maratha Empire, Shivaji I established a powerful Hindu polity.
  82. [1645] William Kidd — Scottish privateer who operated in the Caribbean and Indian Ocean, ultimately accused of piracy.
  83. [1649] Elihu Yale — British colonial administrator and primary benefactor of Yale University.
  84. [1671] Nizam-ul-Mulk, Asaf Jah I — Founder of the Asaf Jahi dynasty and first Nizam of Hyderabad.
  85. [1672] Dost Mohammad of Bhopal — Founder of Bhopal State, an Afghan noble who rose through Mughal service.
  86. [1682] Shahu I — Fifth Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire; ruled from 1708 to 1749.
  87. [1706] Marthanda Varma — Founding monarch of Travancore, renowned for defeating the Dutch and centralizing power.
  88. [1718] Ramprasad Sen — A revered Shakta poet and saint of 18th-century Bengal, known for devotional 'Ramprasadi'.
  89. [1720] Hyder Ali — Sultan of Mysore, a formidable military leader who shaped Southern Indian history.
  90. [1723] Mir Taqi Mir — A foundational Urdu poet of the 18th century, master of the ghazal form.
  91. [1725] Robert Clive — Pioneering British military officer who established EIC rule in Bengal.
  92. [1732] Warren Hastings — British administrator, first Governor-General of Bengal, instrumental in establishing the British Empire in India.
  93. [1740] James Augustus Hicky — Irish journalist credited with launching the first printed newspaper in India.
  94. [1746] William Jones (philologist) — Pioneering philologist who established the kinship of Indo-European languages.
  95. [1759] Dean Mahomed — Pioneering Indian immigrant, surgeon, and entrepreneur in the Western World.
  96. [1770] William Clark — American explorer, soldier, and governor famed for the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
  97. [1772] Raja Ram Mohan Roy — Pioneering Indian social reformer, writer, and 'Father of the Indian Renaissance.'
  98. [1775] Bahadur Shah Zafar — The last Mughal Emperor of India and renowned Urdu poet.
  99. [1778] Kittur Chennamma — Brave Queen of Kittur who resisted the British East India Company.
  100. [1790] George Everest — British surveyor and geographer, famed for the Great Trigonometric Survey of India.
  101. [1792] David Sassoon (treasurer) — Baghdadi Jewish merchant and philanthropist who founded a major trading dynasty.
  102. [1797] Bakht Khan — Indian military officer and commander-in-chief of rebel forces during the 1857 Uprising.
  103. [1811] William Makepeace Thackeray — Satirical English novelist celebrated for 'Vanity Fair' and sharp social commentary.
  104. [1813] Radhanath Sikdar — Pioneering Indian mathematician, famed for calculating Mount Everest's height.
  105. [1814] Alexander Cunningham — Pioneering British archaeologist and founder of the Archaeological Survey of India.
  106. [1815] Julia Margaret Cameron — Pioneering 19th-century portraitist known for evocative, allegorical photography.
  107. [1817] Syed Ahmad Khan — Pioneering Muslim reformer, philosopher, and educationist in 19th-century India.
  108. [1818] Leconte de Lisle — Parnassian French poet, celebrated for his classical verse and exotic themes.
  109. [1819] Queen Victoria — Empress of India and Queen of the UK; presided over the height of the British Empire.
  110. [1820] Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar — Pioneer of the Bengal Renaissance, champion of widow remarriage and social reform.
  111. [1827] Mangal Pandey — Key sepoy in the 1857 Indian Rebellion, pivotal figure in British resistance.
  112. [1828] Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi — Iconic warrior queen who led resistance during the 1857 Indian Rebellion.
  113. [1830] Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, 3rd Marquess of Salisbury — British statesman and Conservative politician who served as Prime Minister three times.
  114. [1831] Philip Sheridan — Prominent US Army General known for Civil War victories and the Indian Wars.
  115. [1836] Ramakrishna — Indian mystic renowned for advocating the essential unity of all world religions.
  116. [1839] Jamsetji Tata — Pioneering Indian industrialist who founded the Tata Group and established Jamshedpur.
  117. [1839] Nelson A. Miles — Prominent U.S. Army officer who commanded during the Civil War and Indian Wars.
  118. [1841] Edward VII — King of the United Kingdom and Emperor of India (1901-1910)
  119. [1844] Lala Deen Dayal — Pioneering Indian photographer, achieving royal patronage and setting up major studios.
  120. [1848] Raja Ravi Varma — Master fusion of European academic art with Indian iconography and sensibility.
  121. [1856] Bal Gangadhar Tilak — Pioneering advocate for Indian self-rule, known for the slogan: "Swaraj is my birthright!"
  122. [1858] Jagadish Chandra Bose — Polymath pioneer in radio optics, botany, and experimental science in India.
  123. [1859] George Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of Kedleston — British statesman, Viceroy of India, and key figure in early 20th-century imperial policy.
  124. [1865] George V — King of the United Kingdom and Emperor of India (1910-1936)
  125. [1865] Rudyard Kipling — Master poet and novelist whose works captured the spirit of the British Empire.
  126. [1865] William Birdwood — Distinguished British Indian Army officer and Field Marshal.
  127. [1869] Family of Mahatma Gandhi — The lineage of Mohandas Gandhi, pivotal to Indian independence and global civil rights.
  128. [1869] Mahatma Gandhi — Leader of India's independence movement through nonviolent resistance.
  129. [1869] Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi — Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and pioneer of nonviolent resistance.
  130. [1870] Dadasaheb Phalke — The acclaimed 'Father of Indian Cinema', pioneering director and producer.
  131. [1871] Abanindranath Tagore — Pioneering figure of the Bengal School, modernizing Indian art against Western influence.
  132. [1872] Johan Huizinga — Pioneering Dutch cultural historian, founder of modern cultural studies.
  133. [1872] Ranjitsinhji — Pioneering Indian cricketer and Maharaja of Nawanagar, revolutionizing the sport.
  134. [1872] Sri Aurobindo — Philosopher, yogi, and nationalist who pioneered Integral Yoga.
  135. [1873] A. K. Fazlul Huq — Pakistani statesman and jurist, known as Sher-e-Bangla, a founding father of Pakistan.
  136. [1873] Gauhar Jaan — Pioneering Indian singer and dancer, known as the 'gramophone girl'.
  137. [1875] Jim Corbett — Pioneering Anglo-Indian hunter, naturalist, and fierce advocate for wildlife conservation.
  138. [1875] Vallabhbhai Patel — Key statesman in India's independence and political integration.
  139. [1877] Aga Khan III — 48th Imam of the Nizari Isma'ili community and founder of the All-India Muslim League.
  140. [1877] Muhammad Iqbal — Islamic philosopher and poet whose vision inspired the Pakistan Movement.
  141. [1879] Agha Hashar Kashmiri — Pioneering Urdu poet, playwright, and dramatist known for Shakespearean adaptations.
  142. [1879] Periyar — Architect of Dravidian politics, champion of rationalism and self-respect in South India.
  143. [1879] Ramana Maharshi — A revered Indian Hindu sage, known for Advaita Vedanta and Self-Enquiry.
  144. [1879] Will Rogers — Cherokee humorist and vaudeville star, known as "Oklahoma's Favorite Son"
  145. [1880] Premchand — Pioneer of Hindi and Urdu social fiction, celebrated for its critique of Indian society.
  146. [1881] Allauddin Khan — Pioneering sarod maestro and influential teacher of 20th-century Indian classical music.
  147. [1882] Nandalal Bose — Pioneer of modern Indian art, Nandalal Bose shaped the 'Indian style' through his work at Santiniketan.
  148. [1883] Joseph Stilwell — US Army General known for command in the China-Burma-India theater during WWII.
  149. [1883] Vinayak Damodar Savarkar — Indian politician and ideologue, key developer of the Hindutva nationalist movement.
  150. [1884] Rajendra Prasad — First President of India; key figure in the Indian independence movement and constitution.
  151. [1886] Ardeshir Irani — Pioneering figure in Indian cinema, known for directing and producing across multiple languages and eras.
  152. [1886] O. G. S. Crawford — British archaeologist renowned for prehistoric Britain and Sudan studies.
  153. [1886] Radhabinod Pal — Renowned Indian jurist and judge, significant for his role in international law.
  154. [1887] Le Corbusier — Pioneer of Modern Architecture, known for functionalist designs and urban planning.
  155. [1887] Srinivasa Ramanujan — Pioneering Indian mathematician known for work in number theory and infinite series.
  156. [1887] Surendranath Dasgupta — Pioneering scholar of Sanskrit and Indian philosophy, author of 'A History of Indian Philosophy'.
  157. [1888] C. V. Raman — Pioneering physicist renowned for the discovery of the light scattering phenomenon.
  158. [1888] Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan — Influential Indian philosopher, statesman, and scholar of Advaita Vedanta.
  159. [1888] Tirumalai Krishnamacharya — Pioneering Indian yoga teacher, scholar, and healer, influential in modern yoga's development.
  160. [1889] Amrit Kaur — Pioneering Indian politician and the first woman Health Minister of independent India.
  161. [1889] Jawaharlal Nehru — Architect of modern India, first Prime Minister, and leading anti-colonial statesman.
  162. [1890] Dadasaheb Torne — Pioneering Indian director and producer, credited with the first feature film in India.
  163. [1890] Mortimer Wheeler — Pioneering British archaeologist, expert in Romano-British and Indian history.
  164. [1891] B. R. Ambedkar — Pioneering jurist, economist, and social reformer who shaped modern India.
  165. [1892] Agnes Smedley — American journalist and activist supporting Indian Independence and Chinese Communism.
  166. [1892] Huseyn Suhrawardy — A pivotal Pakistani statesman and founder, known for his role in the creation of Pakistan.
  167. [1892] S. R. Ranganathan — Pioneering figure in Library Science, known as the 'Father of Library Science in India.'
  168. [1893] Meghnad Saha — Pioneering Indian astrophysicist known for the Saha ionization equation.
  169. [1894] G. D. Birla — Pioneering Indian industrialist who diversified the Birla family empire into manufacturing.
  170. [1894] Meher Baba — Indian spiritual master who taught the oneness of God and the realization of divinity.
  171. [1894] Satyendra Nath Bose — Pioneering Indian physicist known for Bose–Einstein statistics and quantum mechanics.
  172. [1895] Jiddu Krishnamurti — Indian spiritual teacher whose insights emphasized 'pathless land' truth and self-observation.
  173. [1896] Morarji Desai — Indian statesman and independence activist who served as Prime Minister of India (1977-1979).
  174. [1897] Subhas Chandra Bose — Indian anti-colonial nationalist whose defiance shaped modern Indian history.
  175. [1897] Zakir Husain — Indian educationist and politician who served as Vice President and President of India.
  176. [1899] Audrey Richards — Pioneering British social anthropologist known for ethnographic studies in Africa.
  177. [1899] Udham Singh — Indian revolutionary famous for assassinating Michael O'Dwyer in revenge for Jallianwala Bagh.
  178. [1900] Seewoosagur Ramgoolam — Founding father of modern Mauritius; key political leader and statesman.
  179. [1900] Uday Shankar — Pioneering Indian choreographer who fused classical and European dance forms.
  180. [1901] Shyama Prasad Mukherjee — Prominent Indian politician, barrister, and academician known for Hindutva activism.
  181. [1902] Charan Singh — Champion of Farmers, influential Indian politician, and peasant leader.
  182. [1903] Raichand Boral — Pioneering Indian composer, revered as the 'Father of Film Music' in India.
  183. [1904] Benode Behari Mukherjee — Pioneer of Indian Modern Art, known for Contextual Modernism and murals.
  184. [1904] K. L. Saigal — Pioneering Indian singer and actor whose unique voice defined early Hindi cinema.
  185. [1904] Lal Bahadur Shastri — Indian statesman who served as Prime Minister of India from 1964 to 1966.
  186. [1905] Dhyan Chand — The legendary Indian field hockey player, known as 'The Wizard' for his unmatched skill.
  187. [1905] Irawati Karve — Pioneering Indian sociologist, anthropologist, and writer from Maharashtra.
  188. [1905] Mulk Raj Anand — Pioneering Indo-Anglian writer acclaimed for depicting the lives of the Indian poor.
  189. [1906] Chandra Shekhar Azad — Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who reorganized the HSRA.
  190. [1906] R. K. Narayan — Pioneering Indian novelist celebrated for the everyday life of fictional Malgudi.
  191. [1906] Ramkinkar Baij — Pioneer of modern Indian sculpture, Ramkinkar Baij shaped the trajectory of contemporary art.
  192. [1906] T. H. White — Renowned English author celebrated for his masterful Arthurian cycle of novels.
  193. [1907] Bhagat Singh — Iconic Indian revolutionary whose martyrdom inspired anti-colonial fervor.
  194. [1907] Mehboob Khan — Pioneering Indian film director and producer, famed for 'Mother India'.
  195. [1908] Devika Rani — Pioneering Indian actress, celebrated as the First Lady of Indian Cinema.
  196. [1908] Raja Rao — Metaphysical Indian-American writer celebrated for blending literature with Hindu philosophy.
  197. [1909] Barry Goldwater — Conservative Senator and Presidential Nominee who championed modern American conservatism.
  198. [1909] Bimal Roy — Pioneering Indian film director celebrated for realistic, socialistic Hindi cinema.
  199. [1909] Homi J. Bhabha — Pioneering Indian nuclear physicist, credited as the 'father of the Indian nuclear programme'.
  200. [1910] Ahmed Ali (writer) — Pioneering Urdu writer, poet, and diplomat from British India to Pakistan.
  201. [1910] Mother Teresa — Albanian-Indian nun, founder of the Missionaries of Charity, dedicated to the poorest of the poor.
  202. [1911] Aly Khan — Diplomat, socialite, and former Pakistani Ambassador to the UN.
  203. [1912] Amir Khan (singer) — Pioneering Hindustani classical singer, founder of the Indore gharana.
  204. [1912] Kim Philby — British intelligence officer and successful Soviet double agent.
  205. [1912] Natwarlal — Notorious Indian con man and forger, famous for 'selling' major Indian landmarks.
  206. [1912] Ram Gopal (dancer) — Pioneering Indian dancer and choreographer blending classical styles with the West.
  207. [1913] Amrita Sher-Gil — Pioneering Hungarian-Indian painter celebrated for modernizing Indian art.
  208. [1913] Neelam Sanjiva Reddy — Veteran Indian politician who served as the President of India (1977-1982)
  209. [1914] Baba Amte — Pioneering Indian social worker renowned for empowering leprosy patients.
  210. [1914] Khwaja Ahmad Abbas — Pioneer of Indian neo-realistic cinema, director, and acclaimed writer.
  211. [1914] Sam Manekshaw — Pioneering Indian Army General who served as COAS during the 1971 War.
  212. [1914] Zainul Abedin — Pioneering Bangladeshi painter, renowned for art depicting Bengal's great famines.
  213. [1915] Chetan Anand (director) — Pioneering Bollywood filmmaker, producer, and screenwriter who graced the Cannes Festival.
  214. [1915] K. Pattabhi Jois — Pioneering figure who developed and popularized Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga.
  215. [1915] M. F. Husain — Pioneering Indian modern painter known for Cubist narrative works and controversial themes.
  216. [1916] Jagjit Singh Aurora — Senior Indian military officer, instrumental in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War.
  217. [1917] Indira Gandhi — India's only female Prime Minister, leading the INC through transformative decades.
  218. [1917] M. G. Ramachandran — Influential Tamil actor and politician who served as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
  219. [1918] B. K. S. Iyengar — Pioneering Indian yoga teacher and author, founder of Iyengar Yoga style.
  220. [1918] M. A. G. Osmani — Founding military general and revolutionary of Bangladesh.
  221. [1918] Spike Milligan — Irish comedian, writer, and poet, famous for co-creating The Goon Show.
  222. [1919] Alla Rakha — Iconic Indian tabla maestro, pivotal in introducing Hindustani music to the West.
  223. [1919] Amrita Pritam — A celebrated Punjabi writer, poet, and novelist whose work captured the anguish of partition.
  224. [1919] Majrooh Sultanpuri — A seminal Urdu poet and Hindi lyricist, defining Indian cinema's musical landscape.
  225. [1919] Naushad — Pioneering Indian composer, celebrated as 'Moseeqar-e-Azam' of Hindi cinema.
  226. [1920] K. R. Narayanan — Indian statesman, diplomat, and academic who served as President of India (1997-2002).
  227. [1920] Paul Scott (novelist) — English novelist celebrated for The Raj Quartet, chronicling life in colonial India.
  228. [1920] Pran (actor) — Legendary Indian character actor, celebrated for his intense villain roles in Hindi cinema.
  229. [1920] Ravi Shankar — Pioneering sitar virtuoso who globalized Indian classical music.
  230. [1920] Sheikh Mujibur Rahman — Founding President of Bangladesh and leading figure in Bengali nationalism.
  231. [1921] P. V. Narasimha Rao — Indian politician, lawyer, and PM known for initiating India's economic liberalization.
  232. [1921] Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar — Indian spiritual philosopher, founder of Ananda Marga, and social reformer.
  233. [1921] Satyajit Ray — Master of Indian Cinema: Director, Writer, and Cultural Icon
  234. [1921] Verghese Kurien — Pioneering figure behind India's 'White Revolution' and dairy cooperative movement.
  235. [1921] Zorawar Chand Bakhshi — Indian Army General, renowned for commanding during the 1965 Indo-Pakistani War.
  236. [1922] Dilip Kumar — Pioneering method actor in Hindi cinema, celebrated for his dramatic depth and influence.
  237. [1922] G. N. Ramachandran — Pioneering physicist known for the Ramachandran plot and collagen structure.
  238. [1922] Hrishikesh Mukherjee — Pioneer of 'middle cinema' in Indian film, known for social realism.
  239. [1922] Michael Ventris — English architect and philologist who successfully deciphered the ancient Linear B script.
  240. [1923] Bob Barker — Iconic game show host and tireless advocate for animal rights.
  241. [1923] Dev Anand — A legendary figure of Hindi cinema, Dev Anand's career spanned over six decades.
  242. [1923] Mrinal Sen — Pioneering Bengali filmmaker, key figure in India's parallel and New Wave cinema.
  243. [1923] Mukesh (singer) — Iconic Indian playback singer whose soulful voice defined the Golden Age of Hindi cinema.
  244. [1924] Atal Bihari Vajpayee — Indian statesman and poet, served as Prime Minister of India multiple times.
  245. [1924] Balbir Singh Sr. — Legendary Indian field hockey player and coach, a three-time Olympic gold medalist.
  246. [1924] Mohammed Rafi — A legendary Indian playback singer renowned for his unmatched vocal versatility and range.
  247. [1924] Raj Kapoor — Iconic Indian actor and filmmaker, celebrated for his 'Tramp' roles and global cinematic influence.
  248. [1924] Zia-ul-Haq — Pakistani General who ruled from 1977 to 1988, establishing 'Ziaism'.
  249. [1925] Guru Dutt — Pioneering Indian filmmaker acclaimed for artistry, melancholic depth, and cinematic vision.
  250. [1925] M. S. Swaminathan — Pioneering Indian agronomist and architect of the Green Revolution.
  251. [1925] Ritwik Ghatak — Pioneering Bengali filmmaker known for depicting social reality and the trauma of Partition.
  252. [1925] Tyeb Mehta — Pioneering Indian Modernist artist known for monumental figurative works.
  253. [1926] Johnny Walker (Indian actor) — Veteran Indian actor and comedian, celebrated for his humorous roles in cinema.
  254. [1926] O. P. Nayyar — Pioneering composer of Indian cinema, known for rhythmic and melodious scores.
  255. [1926] Sathya Sai Baba — Indian spiritual godman and philanthropist, known for claiming divine reincarnation.
  256. [1927] B. V. Doshi — Pioneering Indian architect, celebrated for modernist and brutalist discourse.
  257. [1927] Kamini Kaushal — A celebrated Indian actress whose career spanned seven decades in Hindi cinema.
  258. [1927] Ruth Prawer Jhabvala — Acclaimed British-American novelist celebrated for her Indian-themed literary works.
  259. [1928] Sivaji Ganesan — A titan of Tamil cinema, Sivaji Ganesan defined acting for a generation.
  260. [1929] B. V. Karanth — Pioneering figure in Indian theatre and cinema, celebrated for Kannada arts.
  261. [1929] Dr. Rajkumar — Legendary Kannada actor and singer, a cultural icon of Indian cinema.
  262. [1929] Farida Khanum — A celebrated Pakistani classical and ghazal singer, known as the Queen of Ghazal.
  263. [1929] Kishore Kumar — A legendary Indian playback singer, musician, and actor, celebrated for his dynamic voice.
  264. [1929] Lata Mangeshkar — Iconic playback singer whose voice defined Indian music for eight decades.
  265. [1929] Nargis — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for portraying sophisticated and independent women.
  266. [1929] Sunil Dutt — Iconic figure of Hindi cinema and dedicated Indian politician.
  267. [1929] Suraiya — Iconic Indian actress and playback singer, celebrated for her strong on-screen portrayals.
  268. [1930] Geeta Dutt — Legendary Indian playback singer, celebrated for her voice in Hindi and Bengali cinema.
  269. [1930] Nirupa Roy — Veteran Indian actress known for mythological and motherly roles in Hindi cinema.
  270. [1930] Subrata Mitra — Acclaimed Indian cinematographer, celebrated for his work on The Apu Trilogy.
  271. [1931] A. P. J. Abdul Kalam — Visionary aerospace engineer, scientist, and former President of India.
  272. [1931] Bina Rai — Classic Indian actress known for roles in Hindi cinema's black and white era.
  273. [1931] Nasir Hussain — Pioneering director and screenwriter who shaped Hindi cinema through genre-defining masterpieces.
  274. [1931] Osho — Indian mystic and founder of the New Religious Movement, the Rajneesh movement.
  275. [1931] R. C. Gorman — Pioneering Navajo artist known for vibrant depictions of Native American women and cuisine.
  276. [1931] Vijay Kumar Malhotra — Indian politician and sport administrator, associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party.
  277. [1932] Dhirubhai Ambani — Pioneering Indian industrialist who founded Reliance Industries.
  278. [1932] Manmohan Singh — Renowned Indian economist and politician, served as Prime Minister of India (2004-2014).
  279. [1933] Amartya Sen — Pioneering Indian economist and philosopher known for welfare and justice theory.
  280. [1933] Asha Bhosle — Versatile Indian playback singer, celebrated for her enduring presence in Hindi cinema.
  281. [1933] Gulzar — Esteemed Indian Urdu poet, lyricist, and acclaimed filmmaker.
  282. [1933] Meena Kumari — The 'Tragedy Queen' of Bollywood, a legendary Indian actress and poet.
  283. [1934] Pratibha Patil — Indian stateswoman and lawyer, first woman President of India (2007-2012)
  284. [1935] John G. Avildsen — American film director, acclaimed for directing 'Rocky' and 'The Karate Kid' trilogy.
  285. [1935] Pranab Mukherjee — Senior Indian politician who served as President of India and held multiple top ministerial roles.
  286. [1935] Soumitra Chatterjee — Legendary Bengali actor, celebrated for his profound collaborations with Satyajit Ray.
  287. [1936] D. Ramanaidu — Pioneering Telugu film producer and influential movie mogul in Indian cinema.
  288. [1936] Nutan — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for naturalistic portrayals of conflicted women.
  289. [1936] Vyjayanthimala — Pioneering Indian actress and dancer, celebrated for blending classical art with cinema.
  290. [1937] Manmohan Desai — Pioneering Bollywood filmmaker, celebrated for crafting iconic Masala films of the 70s and 80s.
  291. [1937] Manoj Kumar — A legendary Indian actor, director, and screenwriter celebrated for patriotic cinema.
  292. [1938] Sanjeev Kumar — Versatile Indian actor celebrated for depth in Hindi and Gujarati cinema.
  293. [1938] Waheeda Rehman — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for her versatility and enduring presence in Hindi cinema.
  294. [1940] Anjolie Ela Menon — Leading contemporary Indian artist known for figurative oil paintings.
  295. [1941] Jagjit Singh — Pioneering Indian composer and singer, credited with reviving the popularity of the ghazal.
  296. [1942] Asha Parekh — Pioneering Indian actress, director, and producer with a four-decade career.
  297. [1942] Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak — Influential Indian feminist critic and postcolonial literary theorist.
  298. [1943] Ben Kingsley — Acclaimed Indian-English actor celebrated for his diverse stage and screen performances.
  299. [1943] Ebrahim Hussein — Pioneering Tanzanian playwright and poet, celebrated for his work in Swahili theatre.
  300. [1943] Pervez Musharraf — Pakistani general and politician who ruled Pakistan from 1999 to 2008.
  301. [1944] Rajiv Gandhi — Indian politician and aviator who served as Prime Minister of India (1984-1989).
  302. [1944] Sharmila Tagore — Pioneering Indian actress celebrated for her work in Hindi and Bengali cinema.
  303. [1945] Aung San Suu Kyi — Prominent Burmese politician, diplomat, and Nobel Peace Laureate.
  304. [1945] Javed Akhtar — Esteemed Indian poet, lyricist, and screenwriter celebrated for his cinematic depth.
  305. [1945] Shekhar Kapur — Acclaimed Indian filmmaker known for Bollywood hits and international period dramas.
  306. [1946] Freddie Mercury — Iconic rock vocalist known for Queen's theatrical flair and four-octave range.
  307. [1946] N. R. Narayana Murthy — Pioneering figure and founder of Infosys, shaping the Indian IT industry.
  308. [1946] S. P. Balasubrahmanyam — Legendary Indian playback singer, composer, and artist across 16 languages.
  309. [1946] Sonia Gandhi — Prominent Indian politician, known for her long tenure as Congress President.
  310. [1947] Mumtaz (Indian actress) — Pioneering Indian actress known for vivacious roles in Hindi cinema.
  311. [1947] Rakhee Gulzar — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for her roles in Hindi and Bengali cinema.
  312. [1948] Dipesh Chakrabarty — Leading scholar of postcolonial theory and subaltern studies from India.
  313. [1948] J. Jayalalithaa — Influential Tamil Nadu politician and actress, served as Chief Minister for multiple terms.
  314. [1948] Jaya Bachchan — Esteemed Indian actress and politician, celebrated for natural acting style.
  315. [1948] Mahesh Bhatt — Pioneering Indian filmmaker known for bold themes in Hindi cinema.
  316. [1948] Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan — Master of Qawwali, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan influenced global devotional music.
  317. [1948] Saroj Khan — Pioneering Indian dance choreographer, renowned for mujra and Bollywood's first woman.
  318. [1948] Vanisri — Veteran Indian actress celebrated for her work in Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada cinema.
  319. [1949] Farida Jalal — Veteran Indian actress celebrated for character roles in Hindi cinema.
  320. [1949] Rakesh Roshan — Pioneering Indian filmmaker known for the 'K' franchise and shaping modern Bollywood cinema.
  321. [1949] Sunil Gavaskar — Legendary Indian opening batsman and cricket commentator.
  322. [1949] Tarek Fatah — Vocal Pakistani-Canadian journalist and author known for criticizing the Pakistani establishment.
  323. [1950] Lakshmi Mittal — Indian billionaire and steel magnate, Chairman of ArcelorMittal.
  324. [1950] Mushtaq Khan — Indian actor and comedian known for roles in films like Welcome and Jodi No.1.
  325. [1950] Narendra Modi — Indian statesman and BJP leader, serving as Prime Minister of India since 2014.
  326. [1950] Naseeruddin Shah — A celebrated Indian actor, renowned for his work in parallel and mainstream cinema.
  327. [1950] Rajinikanth — A legendary Tamil actor whose career spans five decades, cementing his status in Indian cinema.
  328. [1950] Shabana Azmi — Acclaimed Indian actress celebrated for neorealist and unconventional roles.
  329. [1950] Shivaji Satam — Veteran Indian actor, celebrated for his role as ACP Pradyuman in CID.
  330. [1951] Nana Patekar — Iconic Indian actor and filmmaker, celebrated for powerful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
  331. [1951] Zakir Hussain (musician) — Master tabla player, composer, and global ambassador of Indian classical music.
  332. [1952] Joel Garner — Legendary West Indian fast bowler, celebrated for his skill and longevity.
  333. [1952] Lakshmi (actress) — Veteran Indian actress celebrated for pan-South Indian cinema presence.
  334. [1952] Sujatha (actress) — Pioneering Indian actress known for subtle emotional portrayals in South Indian cinema.
  335. [1952] Sushma Swaraj — Indian lawyer, politician, and diplomat who served as Delhi's CM and India's External Affairs Minister.
  336. [1952] Vandana Shiva — Indian philosopher and environmental activist advocating for food sovereignty and ecofeminism.
  337. [1952] Veerappan — Notorious Indian poacher, smuggler, and bandit active for over three decades.
  338. [1953] Kodiyeri Balakrishnan — Veteran Indian politician and editor, key figure in CPI(M) Kerala leadership.
  339. [1953] Nitesh Tiwari — Acclaimed Indian director known for 'Dangal' and 'Chhichhore'.
  340. [1954] Aarathi — Veteran Indian actress celebrated for her roles in Kannada cinema during the 1970s and 1980s.
  341. [1954] Anish Kapoor — British-Indian conceptual sculptor known for immersive installations and public art.
  342. [1954] Filmfare Awards — India's premier annual film awards honoring excellence in Hindi cinema.
  343. [1954] Kailash Satyarthi — Pioneering Indian social reformer fighting child labor and advocating for universal education rights.
  344. [1954] Kamal Haasan — Esteemed Indian actor, filmmaker, and politician primarily celebrated in Tamil cinema.
  345. [1954] Rekha — Iconic Indian actress known for strong, complex roles in Hindi cinema.
  346. [1955] Chiranjeevi — Mega Star of Telugu Cinema, acclaimed actor, dancer, and philanthropist.
  347. [1955] Dawood Ibrahim — Notorious Indian gangster, drug lord, and leader of D-Company.
  348. [1955] Mani Ratnam — Pioneering director celebrated for his evocative storytelling across South Indian cinema.
  349. [1955] Smita Patil — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for portraying strong, independent women in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
  350. [1955] Vijay Mallya — Prominent Indian industrialist, former chairman of United Spirits and United Breweries Group.
  351. [1956] Rajkumar Santoshi — Acclaimed Indian filmmaker known for blockbuster hits in Hindi cinema.
  352. [1957] Dimple Kapadia — Iconic Indian actress known for her versatile roles in Hindi cinema.
  353. [1957] Mukesh Ambani — Chairman of Reliance Industries, a leading figure in Indian business and industry.
  354. [1957] Sunny Deol — Iconic action star known for his intense persona in Hindi cinema.
  355. [1958] Bipin Rawat — Indian Army General, first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Indian Armed Forces.
  356. [1958] Jayasudha — Veteran Indian actress and politician celebrated for her work in Telugu cinema.
  357. [1959] Anil Kapoor — Veteran Indian actor and film producer known for his work in Hindi cinema.
  358. [1959] Kapil Dev — Legendary Indian all-rounder and former cricket captain.
  359. [1959] Nagarjuna (actor) — Veteran Indian actor celebrated for his prolific career across Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil cinema.
  360. [1959] Saritha — Veteran Indian actress celebrated for her work across four South Indian languages.
  361. [1960] Mohanlal — A celebrated Malayalam cinema icon, producer, and playback singer with a four-decade career.
  362. [1961] Abhijit Banerjee — Pioneering economist known for using scientific evidence to combat global poverty.
  363. [1961] Arundhati Roy — Acclaimed Indian author and fierce political activist known for human rights advocacy.
  364. [1961] Chanda Kochhar — Prominent Indian banker, former MD & CEO of ICICI Bank.
  365. [1961] Supriya Pathak — Renowned Indian actress celebrated for her work in Gujarati and Hindi cinema and television.
  366. [1962] Rajkumar Hirani — Acclaimed Indian filmmaker known for blending comedy with deep societal commentary.
  367. [1963] Govinda (actor) — Iconic Indian actor known for slapstick comedy and dancing prowess.
  368. [1963] Raghuram Rajan — Prominent Indian economist and former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India.
  369. [1963] Sanjay Leela Bhansali — A celebrated Indian filmmaker and music composer known for grand aesthetics in Hindi cinema.
  370. [1963] Sridevi — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for strong-willed on-screen roles across multiple languages.
  371. [1965] Aamir Khan — Iconic Indian actor and filmmaker, known as "Mr. Perfectionist" in Hindi cinema.
  372. [1965] Alisha Chinai — Pioneering Indian pop singer, celebrated for her 'Indi-pop' sound and playback singing.
  373. [1965] Farah Khan — Pioneering Indian filmmaker, choreographer, and dancer in Hindi cinema.
  374. [1965] Padmini Kolhapure — Veteran Indian actress and singer, celebrated for her work in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
  375. [1965] Salman Khan — Iconic Indian actor and producer known for action, romance, and massive commercial success in Hindi cinema.
  376. [1965] Shah Rukh Khan — Icon of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan built a global empire through romance and drama.
  377. [1965] William Dalrymple — Renowned Scottish historian and author specializing in Indian culture and history.
  378. [1966] A. R. Rahman — Visionary Indian composer celebrated for blending global sounds with cinematic emotion.
  379. [1966] Alka Yagnik — A celebrated Indian playback singer, revered as the 'Melody Queen' of Bollywood.
  380. [1966] Revathi — Versatile Indian actress celebrated for naturalism in Tamil and Malayalam cinema.
  381. [1966] Vijaya Shanthi — Veteran Indian actress, producer, and politician celebrated for her prolific career.
  382. [1966] Vikram (actor) — Tamil cinema stalwart known for versatile roles, earning critical acclaim and commercial success.
  383. [1967] Akshay Kumar — Veteran Indian actor and producer, celebrated for action roles and prolific career.
  384. [1967] Daler Mehndi — Pioneering Indian singer known for popularizing Bhangra and independent pop music.
  385. [1967] Irrfan Khan — Esteemed Indian actor celebrated for his versatile performances across world cinema.
  386. [1967] Juhi Chawla — Iconic Indian actress known for her vivacious persona in Hindi cinema.
  387. [1967] Madhuri Dixit — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for dance and leading roles in Hindi cinema.
  388. [1968] Ajay Devgn — Veteran Indian actor and filmmaker known for diverse roles in Hindi cinema.
  389. [1968] Dhanraj Pillay — Legendary Indian field hockey player and former captain of the national team.
  390. [1969] Viswanathan Anand — Pioneering Indian Grandmaster and Four-Time World Chess Champion
  391. [1970] M. Night Shyamalan — American filmmaker known for supernatural plots and iconic twist endings.
  392. [1970] Saif Ali Khan — Renowned Indian actor and film producer, head of the Pataudi family.
  393. [1970] Sajid Khan (director) — Indian film director, comedian, and actor known for the Housefull series.
  394. [1971] Kiran Desai — Acclaimed Indian author known for winning the Man Booker Prize for The Inheritance of Loss.
  395. [1971] Manoj Tiwari (Delhi politician) — Indian politician, singer, and actor known for his work in Bhojpuri cinema and subsequent political career.
  396. [1971] Pawan Kalyan — Indian actor, politician, and philanthropist known for founding the Janasena Party.
  397. [1971] Tabu (actress) — Acclaimed Indian actress known for portraying complex, nuanced female characters in Hindi cinema.
  398. [1972] Karan Johar — Pioneering Indian filmmaker, producer, and television personality in Hindi cinema.
  399. [1972] Zoya Akhtar — Acclaimed Indian director and screenwriter known for modern, ensemble-driven narratives.
  400. [1973] Aishwarya Rai — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for beauty and versatile performances in Hindi and Tamil cinema.
  401. [1973] Prabhu Deva — Renowned Indian choreographer, director, and dancer celebrated for his artistry in film.
  402. [1973] Rahul Dravid — Legendary Indian cricketer, known for technique, and acclaimed coach.
  403. [1973] Sachin Tendulkar — Legendary Indian cricketer, record-holder, and global icon of the sport.
  404. [1973] Sonu Nigam — Versatile Indian playback singer, music director, and actor known for wide vocal range.
  405. [1974] Aravind Adiga — Indian-born Australian writer and journalist known for 'The White Tiger'
  406. [1974] C. Joseph Vijay — Tamil Nadu politician and founder of TVK, serving as Chief Minister since 2026.
  407. [1974] Hrithik Roshan — One of India's most celebrated and versatile actors in Hindi cinema.
  408. [1974] Kajol — Iconic Indian actress celebrated for her roles in Hindi cinema.
  409. [1974] Karisma Kapoor — Pioneering Bollywood star, acclaimed for her roles in the 1990s and enduring presence in Indian cinema.
  410. [1974] Sonali Kulkarni — Versatile Indian actress celebrated for her impactful roles in Marathi and Hindi cinema.
  411. [1975] Preity Zinta — Pioneering Indian actress known for modern, strong female roles in Hindi cinema.
  412. [1976] Shereen Bhan — Prominent Indian journalist and news anchor, managing editor of CNBC-TV18.
  413. [1976] Shilpa Shetty — Renowned Indian actress and television personality known for her versatile roles.
  414. [1976] Teun de Nooijer — Dutch field hockey player, Olympic champion with the Netherlands national squad.
  415. [1976] Vishal Kotian — Indian actor recognized for portraying Birbal in popular television series.
  416. [1978] Balabhaskar — Pioneering Indian violinist and composer known for promoting fusion music.
  417. [1978] Manju Warrier — Acclaimed Indian actress, dancer, and producer known for work in Malayalam and Tamil cinema.
  418. [1978] Rani Mukerji — Esteemed Indian actress known for her versatile roles in Hindi cinema.
  419. [1979] Prabhas — Leading Telugu cinema star, known for blockbuster roles and pan-Indian appeal.
  420. [1980] Sidharth Shukla — Renowned Indian actor, model, and television personality known for his roles in Hindi media.
  421. [1981] Devdatta Nage — Indian actor known for roles in Marathi and Hindi cinema and television.
  422. [1981] Kapil Sharma — Renowned Indian comedian, host, and actor known for his stand-up and television presence.
  423. [1981] MS Dhoni — Legendary Indian cricketer, renowned for his wicket-keeping and captaincy prowess.
  424. [1981] Om Raut — Indian filmmaker known for historical epics like Tanhaji and Adipurush.
  425. [1982] Anushka Shetty — One of the leading actresses in Tamil and Telugu cinema, known as the 'Queen of South Indian cinema'.
  426. [1982] Karan Mehra — Indian actor, model, and fashion designer known for television roles.
  427. [1982] Meera Jasmine — Renowned Indian actress specializing in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada cinema.
  428. [1982] Mithali Raj — India's record-breaking former cricketer and captain of the national team.
  429. [1982] Priyanka Chopra — Iconic Indian actress, producer, and global ambassador known for her diverse roles.
  430. [1982] Ranbir Kapoor — Versatile Hindi film actor known for intense performances and diverse roles.
  431. [1983] Jhulan Goswami — Legendary Indian fast bowler, record holder in Women's ODIs.
  432. [1983] Trisha Krishnan — Highly acclaimed Indian actress celebrated for her leading roles in Tamil and Telugu cinema.
  433. [1983] Yo Yo Honey Singh — Pioneering Indian hip-hop artist and music producer known for blending genres.
  434. [1984] Koena Mitra — Indian actress and model known for her work in Bengali, Hindi, and Tamil cinema.
  435. [1984] Nani (actor) — Leading Telugu cinema actor and producer, known for commercial hits and critical acclaim.
  436. [1984] Shreya Ghoshal — Versatile Indian playback singer renowned for her wide vocal range and influence.
  437. [1984] Tanushree Dutta — Indian former actress and model known for pageant wins and activism.
  438. [1985] Ranveer Singh — Renowned Indian actor celebrated for versatility across genres and high commercial appeal.
  439. [1986] Anjali (actress) — Renowned Indian actress celebrated for performance-oriented roles in Tamil and Telugu cinema.
  440. [1986] Deepika Padukone — Renowned Indian actress celebrated for her versatility across cinema.
  441. [1986] Ileana D'Cruz — Indian-born Portuguese actress known for work in Hindi and Telugu cinema.
  442. [1986] Qazi Touqeer — Indian singer and actor known for winning Fame Gurukul and performing in Kashmiri, Hindi, and Urdu.
  443. [1986] Sushant Singh Rajput — Acclaimed Indian actor known for versatile roles in Hindi cinema, from TV serials to biopics.
  444. [1986] Yash (actor) — Prominent Kannada actor and producer, known as the 'Rocking Star' of Indian cinema.
  445. [1987] Hina Khan — Versatile Indian actress known for roles in Hindi and Punjabi cinema and television.
  446. [1987] Samantha Ruth Prabhu — Highly acclaimed Indian actress known for her work in Tamil and Telugu cinema.
  447. [1987] Varun Dhawan — Prominent Indian actor known for romantic comedies and diverse roles in Hindi cinema.
  448. [1988] Anupam Tripathi — Indian actor based in South Korea, known for roles in K-dramas and films.
  449. [1988] Vaani Kapoor — Indian actress known for her debut in Shuddh Desi Romance and roles in War.
  450. [1989] Sunny Kaushal — Indian actor known for roles in Hindi cinema, starting with assistant directing work.
  451. [1990] Aishwarya Lekshmi — Acclaimed Indian actress working primarily in Malayalam and Tamil cinema.
  452. [1990] Saina Nehwal — Pioneering Indian badminton star, former World No. 1, and Olympic medalist.
  453. [1991] Kiara Advani — Prominent Indian actress known for roles in Hindi cinema and commercial successes.
  454. [1992] Amy Jackson — British actress and model celebrated for her versatile roles in Indian cinema.
  455. [1992] Disha Patani — Prominent Indian actress known for fitness and roles in Hindi cinema.
  456. [1992] Manisha Yadav — Indian actress and model primarily working in the Tamil film industry.
  457. [1992] Rupi Kaur — Indian-Canadian poet known for 'Instapoetry' exploring femininity and identity.
  458. [1992] Sobhita Dhulipala — Indian actress known for roles in 'Made in Heaven' and expanding into global cinema.
  459. [1993] Alia Bhatt — Acclaimed British-Indian actress known for versatile roles in Hindi cinema.
  460. [1993] Malavika Mohanan — Indian actress working primarily in Tamil and Malayalam cinema.
  461. [1993] Ryan Williams (footballer, born 1993) — Indian winger for Bengaluru FC, representing the national team after starting in Australia.
  462. [1994] Ananya Birla — Indian businesswoman and artist, daughter of Kumar Mangalam Birla.
  463. [1994] Donal Bisht — Indian television actress known for roles in Hindi dramas and reality TV.
  464. [1996] Rashmika Mandanna — Highly decorated Indian actress known for work in Telugu and Hindi cinema.
  465. [2000] Kayadu Lohar — Indian actress and model known for work in Malayalam and Tamil cinema.
  466. [2014] Vidhi Pandya — Indian television actress known for roles in Hindi serials and participation in Bigg Boss.
  467. [2017] Age of Anger — An analysis of modern political backlash against globalization and Western ideals.
  468. [0] Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy — A celebrated Indian musical trio known for composing for diverse film soundtracks.
  469. [0] Valmiki — Legendary Indian poet and sage, revered as the first poet (Adi Kavi) and author of the Ramayana.