Published By: Nibandh Vinod
Last Updated: November 07, 2023, 06:30 IST
Kamal Haasan turns 69 today on November 7, 2023. (Image: ikamalhaasan/Instagram)
Happy Birthday Kamal Haasan: Celebrate the illustrious career of a titan of Indian cinema, as we explore his top 10 films and delve into his highly anticipated upcoming project.
Kamal Haasan is one of the most prolific actors and filmmakers in showbiz. His acting prowess and directorial brilliance can be seen in numerous films. Although he predominantly works in Tamil cinema, Kamal Haasan has displayed his expertise in Bollywood and other regional language films as well. The four-time National Award winner celebrates his 69th birthday today, November 7. To commemorate the special occasion, let’s take a look at Kamal Haasan’s top 10 must-watch movies and some of the star’s upcoming films to look forward to.
Top Movies
Sagara Sangamam – 1983
Sagara Sangamam enabled Kamal Haasan to fetch the Filmfare Award for Best Actor. The film follows the life of a trained Kuchipudi dancer — Balakrishna whose will to participate in a classical dance festival gets shaken following the untimely death of his mother.
Sadma – 1983
Kamal Haasan and Sridevi’s nuanced performances in this romance drama are fondly etched in our memories. Haasan played the role of Somu who takes Nehalata (Sridevi) — a woman suffering from retrograde amnesia under his wing. Haasan won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
Saagar – 1985
The main highlight of this Ramesh Sippy directorial is the love triangle between Raja (Haasan), Mona (Dimple Kapadia), and Ravi (Rishi Kapoor). Haasan essayed the role of a thwarted lover with gusto. His charismatic personality was well-appreciated.
Nayakan – 1987
Nayakan is a Mani Ratnam marvel. The epic crime drama proved to be a box-office success. Kamal Haasan played the role of Sakthivel — a young boy who after witnessing the brutal murder of his father kills a police officer and goes on to become a feared gangster.
Pushpaka Vimana – 1987
Kamal Haasan’s flamboyant charm is what made the film so special. He played the role of an unemployed man who takes the identity of a rich man for a better life.
Apoorva Sagodharargal – 1989
There was action, there was comedy, and there was Kamal Haasan who seamlessly nailed both with ease. It was also a story of revenge and crime with Haasan’s acting chops keeping us hooked.
Indian – 1996
Kamal Haasan as an ex-army officer swears to teach the elite, corrupted people a lesson in this S Shankar directorial. He was seen in dual roles, with the masses loving his performance.
Hey Ram – 2000
Kamal Haasan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Rani Mukherjee formed the ensemble cast. Although it did not fare well, the storytelling and acting brilliance of Haasan and the others were applaud-worthy.
Virumandi – 2004
Written, produced, and directed by Kamal Haasan, the actor also starred in the film. The film revolves around a farmer who gets embroiled in a clan feud. But things are not what they seem.
Vikram – 2022
Kamal Haasan made a roaring comeback in films with the 2022 blockbuster Vikram. The actor’s fiery presence and nail-biting action sequences made Vikram one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2022 and worldwide.
Upcoming Movies
Indian 2
Once again directed by S Shankar, the film is a sequel to the 1996 classic. Kamal Haasan will be reprising his role as Senapathi.
Vikram 2/Rolex
Lokesh Kanagaragaj will be returning with Vijram’s sequel Rolex, where Kamal Haasan will slip into the shoes of RAW agent Arun Kumar Vijay.
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Kamal Haasan and Prabhas join hands together for this ambitious project, directed by Nag Ashwin. Deepika Padukone also plays a titular role.
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Kamal Haasan has joined hands with filmmaker H Vinoth. The superstar will be seen donning the action gear and packing some punches.
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Not much is known about this Kamal Haasan-Simbu film, helmed by Desingu Periyasamy.
