Balavarman was successor and son of Samudravarman; ruled Kamarupa for the period 398–422.
He was known for great amount of physical strength as reflected in his name and courage.
Balavarman fought wars with Samudra Gupta, in spite of relationship.
He arranged Svayamvara for his daughter Amritaprabha, which are attended by princes of different countries of Aryavarta.
Princess eventually accepted prince of Kashmir Meghavahana as her groom.