Gopulu Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

S. Gopalan, known by his pen-name Gopulu, was a renowned Tamil illustrator and cartoonist active mostly from the 1940s to the 1960s. His significant contributions were to the Tamil humour magazine Ananda Vikatan, where he created political cartoons, cover designs, and illustrated columns. He illustrated notable serials and worked closely with writers such as Devan and Saavi. Later, he founded his own advertising agency before becoming a freelance illustrator. He received numerous awards, including the Kalaimamani and the Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his influence in Tamil art and literature.

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June 18, 1924 Facts

Generation Group

Gopulu belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Tanjore

Educated At: Kumbakonam School of Art

Occupation: cartoonist | comics artist

Employers: Ananda Vikatan | Ad Wave Advertising | Freelance for Kalki, Amudhasurabhi, Vikatan, Kungumam

Awards Received: Kalaimamani | Murasoli Award | M. A. Chidambaram Chettiar Award | Lifetime Achievement Award (2001)

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.