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Kamal Haasan is one of those rare Indian celebrities who was famous even before the term “Bollywood” was coined. He started his film career as a child actor in the Tamil film “Kalathur Kannamma” (1960), and went

on to star in some of the most iconic Hindi films of the 1970s and 1980s, such as “Sholay” (1975), “Namak Halal” (1982) and “Sadma” (1983). Even though he has been mostly active in the Tamil film industry in recent years, his contributions to Hindi cinema are undeniable. On this day, let’s take a look back at some of Kamal Haasan’s most memorable Hindi film roles:

1. “Kalathur Kannamma” (1960)

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This was Kamal Haasan’s first film, in which he played the role of a young boy who is orphaned when his mother (played by Gemini Ganesan) dies in childbirth. The film was a huge success, and Kamal Haasan’s performance was praised by critics. 2. “Shol.

Happy Birthday to Kamal Haasan: A Legend Who Was an Indian Celebrity Before the Name Was Ever Coined

Kamal Haasan, one of the most revered and multifaceted actors in Indian cinema, celebrates another year of his remarkable journey on his birthday. Often hailed as a living legend, Kamal Haasan’s contribution to the Indian film industry goes far beyond just his acting skills. With a career spanning over six decades, Haasan has established himself as a pioneer, an innovator, and an icon who helped shape the course of Indian cinema.

Before the term “celebrity” was ever popularized in the way we understand it today, Kamal Haasan was already an established figure. His career, which began in Tamil cinema, expanded to almost every major film industry in India and across the globe.

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Kamal Haasan was not just an actor but also a producer, director, screenwriter, and music composer, showcasing his incredible versatility. His stature as an artist was already larger than life, as his work transcended regional boundaries, making him a household name well before the age of mass media and social media influencers.

Haasan’s foray into cinema began at the young age of six with a minor role in the film Kalathur Kannamma (1959), which won him the President’s Gold Medal for Best Child Artist. However, it was his transformative work in the 1970s and 1980s that cemented his place in the annals of cinematic history. Films like Apoorva Raagangal, Moondram Pirai, and Nayakan redefined the standards of acting in Indian cinema and established Kamal as an actor who was willing to take risks, push boundaries, and delve into complex, nuanced characters.

Not just an actor, Kamal Haasan has been a pioneer of the Indian film industry in terms of his willingness to experiment with new genres and techniques. His work in Vishwaroopam and Dasavathaaram showcased his flair for blending art with technology, incorporating special effects and ambitious storytelling. His daring decision to produce Vishwaroopam independently, despite the challenges it faced, demonstrated his commitment to cinematic excellence, even in the face of controversy.

What sets Kamal Haasan apart from many of his contemporaries is his constant evolution. While some actors remain confined to a particular type of role or genre, Kamal never allowed himself to be pigeonholed. From intense dramatic roles to comic performances, from playing mythological characters to portraying modern-day heroes, Haasan’s range is unparalleled. His ability to adapt and experiment with roles has not just an actor but a cinematic visionary.

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Stock market in red amid India’s diplomatic action against Pakistan

The stock market opened in red on Thursday, with the Sensex trading below 187.91 points and the Nifty below 46.45 points. The 30-share Sensex rose by 520.90 points or 0.65% to settle at 80,116.49, the highest closing level since December 18. Eight of the 13 major sectors declined at the open, while the broader, more domestically focused small-caps and mid-caps traded flat.

Ajay Bagga, market expert, said that the overhang remains for the next 10 to 15 days, the time it took in the previous two instances from the terrorist strike to the retaliatory Uri and Balakot strikes. On Wednesday, stock markets extended their surge to the seventh day, with Sensex share jumping 520 points to close above 80,000 level for the first time in four months.

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The stock market closed in green for the 7th day on Wednesday, with the 30-share Sensex rising by 520.90 points or 0.65% to settle at 80,116.49, the highest closing level since December 18. During the day, it surged by 658.96 points or 0.82 per cent to 80,254.55. The NSE Nifty rallied 161.70 points or 0.67 per cent to 24,328.95. HCL Tech surged the most by 7.72 per.

Cent after posting an 8.1% increase in consolidated net profit at ₹4,307 crore for March quarter 2024-25, mainly on account of large deals with a total contract value of about ₹25,500 crore. Kotak Mahindra Bank, State Bank of India, Axis Bank, ITC, and UltraTech Cement were also among the laggards, according to PTI Both the Sensex and Nifty reversed their seven-day.

Uptrend and settled lower on Thursday, amid profit-taking and disappointing Q4 earnings of Hindustan Unilever. Selling in blue-chips ICICI Bank, Bharti Airtel, and a largely muted trend in Asian and European equities also dragged the markets down, PTI reported. In the past seven trading days, the BSE benchmark gauge zoomed 6,269.34 points or 8.48 per cent, and the Nifty.

jumped 1,929.8 points or 8.61 per cent ​Indian stock markets experienced significant declines on April 25, 2025, amid escalating geopolitical tensions with Pakistan following a deadly militant attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which resulted in 26 civilian deaths. The BSE Sensex fell by 1,195 points during intraday trading, closing 570.8 points lower at 79,227, while the NSE.

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The market downturn was driven by widespread losses across sectors, with 12 out of 13 major indices ending in the red. Broader markets were also affected, as mid-cap and small-cap Nifty50 dropped 207.3 points to settle at 24,039 indices declined over 2%. Investor sentiment was further dampened by India’s strong diplomatic response to the attack, which included.

suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, closing the Attari border crossing, and revoking visa privileges for Pakistani nationals The Indian rupee weakened, closing 0.2% lower at 85.45 against the U.S. dollar, influenced by month-end dollar demand and increased geopolitical uncertainty. Bond yields also rose, reflecting heightened risk aversion among investors

Analysts caution that the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan could continue to impact market stability. While a full-scale conflict is considered unlikely, the situation remains fluid, and investors are advised to monitor developments closely In Pakistan, the Karachi Stock Exchange’s KSE-100 index fell by 2.12%, or 2,485.85 points, as investors reacted to India’s.

The United Nations has urged both nations to exercise restraint and resolve their differences through peaceful dialogue diplomatic measures and the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty Indian stock markets slipped into the red on April 25, 2025, following India’s strong diplomatic actions against Pakistan after a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir. The BSE Sensex.

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