Balasaheb Thackeray was a politician who founded the original Shiv Sena. November 17 will mark his 12th death anniversary. Here are some lesser known facts about the leaderBefore entering politics, Balasaheb Thackeray was a renowned cartoonist. His work appeared in prominent publications like The Free Press Journal and The Times of IndiaIn 1960, he launched Marmik, a weekly magazine that focused on social and political issues concerning the Marathi community, laying the groundwork for his political careerUnlike many political leaders, Balasaheb Thackeray never contested elections. He remained the guiding force and ideologue behind the Shiv SenaHe was deeply influenced by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and often invoked his legacy to inspire and unite MaharashtriansThackeray had a deep love for cinema and was a close friend of many Bollywood stars, including Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip KumarKnown for his fiery speeches, Thackeray had an unmatched ability to connect with the masses. His oratory skills drew large crowds and made him a commanding leader in Maharashtra6 Effective Tips To Control Overthinking
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