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Kamal Haasan: A Cinematic Legend Turns 72
7 Nov
Summary
- Kamal Haasan, an icon of Indian cinema, celebrates his 72nd birthday.
- Seven films linked to Haasan were submitted for the Academy Award.
- He is set to collaborate with Rajinikanth in an upcoming film.
Veteran Indian actor Kamal Haasan marks his 72nd birthday, celebrating a career that has significantly shaped cinema over decades. He is widely recognized for his bold creative choices and diverse roles both in front of and behind the camera.
Haasan's extensive filmography includes over 230 projects in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada, and Bengali cinema. His impact is highlighted by seven films associated with him being selected as India's official submissions for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film, the highest number for any Indian actor.
His experimental approach is evident in films like 'Dasavathaaram,' where he portrayed ten characters. Haasan also pioneered technical advancements, introducing computer-assisted song recording in 'Vikram' (1986) and prosthetic makeup in 'Indian.'
Recognized with numerous honors, including the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, Haasan also received the Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters from France in 2016. He is also preparing for an upcoming film alongside Rajinikanth.
