Bejan Daruwalla, a renowned Indian astrologer, left an indelible mark on the world with his insightful predictions and vast knowledge of various astrological systems. His legacy extends beyond his impressive career, encompassing a rich personal life and a profound impact on many.

Wiki/Biography

Born on Saturday, July 11, 1931, in Mumbai, Bejan Daruwalla (age 89 at the time of his death) was a Cancerian. He completed his schooling at St. Xavier’s High School Mirzapur, Ahmedabad, followed by graduation from S. N. D. Arts College, Ahmedabad, and further studies at Gujarat University, Ahmedabad. He even earned a PhD in English.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5’5″
• Eye Colour: Brown
• Hair Colour: White (Semi-Bald)

Family & Caste

He hailed from a Parsi (Zoroastrian) family. While detailed information about his parents remains scarce, his family life was rich and full of love.

Relationships, Wife & Children

Married to the late Gooli Daruwalla, a fellow tarot card reader, they had two sons, Nastur (also an astrologer) and Fardun, and a daughter, Nazreen. He also adopted a son, Chirag Ladsaria. The family unit was clearly very important to him.

Career

Beginning his career as an English professor in Ahmedabad, Bejan Daruwalla transitioned to astrology in 1966. His expertise led him to collaborate with numerous newspapers, magazines, television channels, and publishing houses worldwide.

His notable predictions include:

• The election victories of Prime Ministers Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Morarji Desai, and Narendra Modi.
• The accident of Sanjay Gandhi on June 23, 1980.
• The assassination of Indira Gandhi on October 31, 1984.
• The Gujarat earthquake on January 26, 2001.

In April 2020, he predicted the end of the COVID-19 pandemic between June and September 2020. He served a diverse clientele, including Prince Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar of City Palace Udaipur. His influence and reach were truly global.

Favourite Things

• Actor(s): Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan
• Actress: Karishma Kapoor
• Singer(s): Bhimsen Joshi and Pandit Jasraj

Death

Bejan Daruwalla passed away on May 29, 2020, at Apollo Hospital in Ahmedabad after a week on a ventilator. While some reports suggested a COVID-19 diagnosis, his son Nastur attributed his death to pneumonia and lack of oxygen supply to the brain.

Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani expressed his condolences on Twitter upon hearing the news of his passing.

Facts/Trivia

• Full name: Bejan Jehangir Daruwalla
• Featured in The Millennium Book of Prophecy (Harper Collins, USA) as one of the 100 greatest astrologers of the last 1,000 years.
• Devout follower of Lord Ganesha.
• Recipient of “The Astrologer of the Millennium” award (2000) from Bharat Nirman and the “Best Astrologer Award” (2009) from the Russian Society of Astrologers of St. Petersburg.
• Awarded the “Babasaheb Ambedkar Noble Award” in 2017.
• Avoided sweets due to diabetes.
• Known for his cheerful personality and colorful attire.
• Enjoyed listening to music and watching cartoons.
• Life motto: “To leave the world a better place to stay in for all.”
• Authored numerous books on astrology and predictions.

Awards and Recognition