Kamal Haasan

Kamal Haasan

Kamal Haasan was born November 7, 1954 in Paramakudi, Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu. He debuted as a child artiste in the film "Kalathoor Kannamma" (1960). Since then, he has starred in nearly 220 films in the major Indian languages - Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi. He has been a part of the film industry for 60 years, as of 2020. His journey in cinema has seen him do various roles - from child artiste, to romantic lead to one of the most respected and revered heroes of the film industry today. He has famously said that he is a reluctant actor. He has an avid interest in every aspect of film making and is known for his work as a choreographer, director, and writer, as well. He wrote his first script at age 18 for the film "Unarchigal" (1976), which was then followed by films that have gone on to become cult classics - Rajapaarvai (1981), Sathya (1988), Apoorva Sahotharargal (1989), Thevar Magan (1992), Mahanadi (1994), Kurudhippunal (1995), Avvai Shanmugi (1996), Hey Ram (2000), Pammal K Sambandam (2002), Panchathanthiram (2002), Anbe Sivam (2003), are a few of the films etched in popular memory for having set the bar for craftsmanship in the fields of screenplay, script, and dialogue. He is also a prolific writer of fiction and non-fiction in Tamil and his published work is testament to his constant exploration of structure and form. Kamal Haasan's strong convictions in his art have led to some of Indian cinema's most path-breaking films like Pushpak / Pushpaka Vimaanam / Pesum Padam (1987). Kamal Haasan also worked as a choreographer while transitioning as a well-known child artiste to the lead actor in a feature length film. Some of his best-known work as a dancer can be seen in Saagara Sangamam (1983) and the popular hit Punnagai Mannan (1986). Kamal Haasan is also a student of Carnatic music, studying under musical maestro Dr. Balamuralikrishna. One of his biggest hits as a playback singer was the song "Inji Iduppazhagi" for the film Thevar Magan. His career as a director began with the film Chachi 420 (1997), the Hindi remake of Avvai Shanmugi. Since then he has called the shots for critically acclaimed films like "Hey Ram" and "Virumaandi". He has never hesitated to state his opinions and encourage debate about topics that are socially relevant. He is a rationalist in thought and moderate in opinion and a humanist in philosophy. The need to be socially conscious is seen in the way his fan clubs have revamped themselves into entities that carry out charity and volunteer work.

Movies

Bigg Boss Tamil
  • Oct 06, 2024
  • Tamil
Many contestants live in a purpose-built house and are isolated from the rest of the world. Every week, housemates nominate two of their fellow housemates for eviction.
Manorathangal
  • Aug 15, 2024
  • Hindi
An anthology of nine featurettes based on a curated selection of short stories by the celebrated writer M. T. Vasudevan Nair.
Indian 2
FHD
Senapathy, an ex-freedom fighter turned vigilante who fights against corruption. Senapathy returns to the country to aid a young man who has been exposing corrupt politicians in the country through videos on the internet.
Kalki 2898 AD
FHD
A modern-day avatar of Vishnu, a Hindu god, who is believed to have descended to earth to protect the world from evil forces.
Manjummel Boys
FHD
A group of friends get into a daring rescue mission to save their friend from Guna Caves, a perilously deep pit from where nobody has ever been brought back.
Leo
FHD
7.5
Violently pursued by criminals who insist he's a former gangster, a humble cafe owner fights to shield his family — and the truth about his identity.
Vikram
FHD
  • Jun 03, 2022
  • TamilHindi
A special investigator discovers a case of serial killings is not what it seems to be, and leading down this path is only going to end in a war between everyone involved.
Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum
  • Nov 10, 2016
  • Hindi
The highs and lows of a father-son relationship are explored in this poignant and humorous film.
Papanasam
  • Jul 02, 2015
  • Tamil
Desperate measures are taken by a man who tries to save his family from the dark side of the law after they commit an unexpected crime.
Uttama Villain
  • May 01, 2015
  • Tamil
Manoranjan, a superstar, is counting his last days due to brain tumor. How he goes about his final wish of doing a comedy film with his mentor Margadarsi forms the crux of the story.
Vishwaroopam
  • Jan 25, 2013
  • Hindi
When a classical dancer's suspecting wife sets an investigator behind him, a series of violent events are triggered, revealing his real identity and connection to a darker world.
Mumbai Xpress
Three slum dwellers recruit a biker in order to kidnap Shravan, son of a wealthy businessman. But things do not go in accordance with the plan as they later realize that they have mistakenly kidnapped a wrong boy, who in fact happens to be the illegitimate son of the ACP.
Avvai Shanmugi
  • Nov 10, 1996
  • Tamil
A man disguises himself as a nanny to be with his daughter after his divorce.
Indian
An aging freedom fighter turned vigilante seeks to root out corruption in the government. But soon his mission takes a personal turn.
Drohi
  • Oct 23, 1995
  • Telugu
Suave and scintillating, this fast-paced action thriller follows the adventures and investigations of a group of honest police officers, who go undercover to bring down a terror network.
Maharasan
  • Mar 04, 1993
  • Tamil
Selvi falls in love with Vadivelu, a butcher. Realising that Vadivelu has to get his sister married first, Selvi helps him to find an ideal life partner for his sister.
Tere Pyar Ki Kasam
  • Jan 13, 1987
  • Hindi
Sisters Malini and Chitra are heirs to a huge fortune. Chitra is in for a shock when she introduces her boyfriend to Malini and she accuses him of raping her years ago.
Sadma
  • Jul 07, 1983
  • Hindi
Somu meets Nehalata in a brothel and realises that she is suffering from amnesia which regresses her to a childlike state. He decides to take her to his home in Ooty and protect her.
Chandramukhi Devdas
  • Jan 25, 1982
  • Hindi
A young pilot falls in love with an airhostess and they plan to get married. Soon after the engagement, the boy finds out that he has cancer and his life comes to a standstill.
Ek Duuje Ke Liye
  • Jun 04, 1981
  • Hindi
Vasu and Sapna are madly in love but their parents oppose the idea due to cultural differences. Later, they separate the lovers and also create misunderstandings so that the two may never unite.