Actor Kamal Haasan is in Hyderabad to promote his film Vishwaroopam 2, which is releasing on August 10, and he’s already winning hearts here. The actor declares, “I am proud to say that I am a Telugu, proud to say that I am Malayali and proud to say that I am an Indian. People gave respect across the generations and showed me love and it still rings in my ears, your applause.”
The actor has great gratitude for Telugu cinema and this is evident when he says, “Some of my life’s best films are from Telugu cinema. It’s not talent, it’s big luck.”
Though Vishwaroopam 2 has been made as one film, it is releasing in two parts. “I am confident you’ll appreciate this film. Many people’s sweat and troubles have gone into making this film and the second part, but the wait will be worth it,” he says.
“This film will be Maro Charitra (another history),” says the actor, whose movie will hit the big screen on August 10.
Expressing his political aspirations, the actor also sought people’s blessings. “I feel fresh, happy and with your permission, I am going into another dimension. I want to repay the debt for the last 50 years. I understand all the money, fame, what I wear and what I eat come from your applause. You have all invested in my life. I am your product and that product is now going to become a tool and a weapon. You must use it,” says the star. Kamal believes honesty will hold him in good stead. “I am going to believe in honesty and not luck for my new dimension. After 71 years of independence, India will head towards another Satyagraha. You must be part of it. I am not talking about one State where I am starting it, I’m talking about the whole nation,” says the actor.
Giving an indication of what the future holds, he says, “Complacency with freedom is the most dangerous thing and we have been complacent for 71 years. Let’s start our freedom struggle all over again!”
The superstar is the host for the Tamil Bigg Boss reality show. Nani is the host for the Telugu show. Interestingly, the actor also entered the Telugu Bigg Boss to promote his film.
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