Kamal Haasan, a name synonymous with excellence in Indian cinema, requires no introduction. This legendary actor, writer, director, singer, editor, TV presenter, and politician has left an indelible mark on the industry.
Kamal Haasan's journey began as a child artist in the 1960 Tamil film Kalathur Kannamma, earning him the President's Gold Medal. His breakthrough as a lead actor came in K. Balachander's 1975 drama Apoorva Raagangal.
Kamal Haasan's portrayal of a guileless school teacher in Moondram Pirai/Vasantha Kokila won his first National Film Award. His subsequent films, including Sagara Sangamam (1983), Swathi Muthyam (1986), Nayakan (1987), and Pushpaka Vimana (1987), solidified his position as a versatile actor.
Kamal apart from delivering career defining films in Telugu during his early career like, Maro Charitra, Swathimuthyam and Sagara Sangamam. He became a star in Tamil Cinema.
- Sathyaa (1988)
- Apoorva Sagodharargal / Vichitra Sahodarulu (1989)
- Gunaa (1991)
- Thevar Magan / Kshatriya Putrudu(1992)
- Nammavar (1994)
- Mahanadhi (1994)
- Indian / Bharateeyudu (1996)
- Hey Ram (2000)
- Aalavandhan (2001)
- Anbe Sivam / Satyame Sivam(2003)
- Virumaandi /Pothuraju (2004)
- Vettaiyadu Villaiyadu / Vetadu Ventadu (2006)
- Dasavathaaram (2008)
- Vishwaroopam (2013)
- Vikram (2022)
Kamal Haasan's production company, Raaj Kamal Films International, has produced several of his films. With Vikram, he decided to encourage new talent. His latest production, Amaran, starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi, became a Diwali superhit. His upcoming project, Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, is highly anticipated.
Happy Birthday, Kamal Haasan!
CineJosh wishes the legendary Kamal Haasan a happy birthday and a great future ahead.