7th November, a date in the Indian film industry, especially in Kollywood, is the most unforgettable date since it is the birthday of Kamal Haasan. But what is so great about his birthday?
Kamal Haasan is the first Tamil actor who converted his fan clubs into welfare associations under the banner Kamal Narpani Iyakkam (Kamal Welfare Association). These fan clubs undertake activities for various causes and have made it a practice to celebrate Kamal Haasan's Birthday doing the same.
Born in Paramakudi, young Kamal Haasan always had an inclination towards different art forms. He made his film debut at the age of four with the film Kalathur Kannamma in 1959, for which he won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist. He learned acting by watching his guru Shanmugam perform on stage and acquired his interest in make-up from Shanmugam, the example of his interest is Chachi 420.
He did a few more films as a supporting artist before establishing himself as a lead actor. His first major break was Apoorva Raagangal for which he learned to play Mridangam. The film also saw the entry of Rajinikanth. Kamal Haasan went on to act in several meaningful, different films and the world witnessed his transformation from being a young heartthrob to a serious, method actor. An example of a unique film is his only silent film Pushpak which was critically acclaimed. He has acted in several films in down south as well as in Bollywood.
Kamal Haasan, a Padma Shri holder, is the most decorated actor in terms of awards in the history of Indian cinema. He holds the record for the most number of National Film Awards for an actor; three awards for Best Actor, one each for Best Child Artist and Best Film. Other recognitions includes a string of Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, Nandi Awards, Screen Awards and Vijay Awards, including four separate awards for his performance in Dasavathaaram.
Kamal Haasan's personal life has also been as vibrant as his professional life. His daughter Shruti Haasan is also a film actress and is being recognised for her acting skills.
Fridaymoviez wishes this talented legend a Very Happy Birthday and a long life!