Balasaheb Thackeray, the founder of the Shiv Sena was also known as Tiger and Hindu Hriday Samraat (Emperor of Hindu Hearts) among his supporters. Balasaheb was born on January 23,1926 in Pune, Maharashtra. On his birth anniversary here are some lesser known facts about the late Shiv Sena chief. File Photos/mid-day photo team/X

Uddhav Thackeray, Rashmi Thackeray and Aaditya Thackeray paid heartfelt tributes to Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray on his centenary birth anniversary in Colaba, remembering his legacy, ideology and lasting influence on Maharashtra’s politics and Marathi identity. (Pics/X)