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Kamal Haasan writes note for fans, asks them to stop calling him Ulaganayagan; offers these options instead

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Kamal Haasan writes note for fans, asks them to stop calling him Ulaganayagan; offers these options instead

Did you know Kamal Haasan was named Parthasarathy Srinivasan after his birth? The actor has now spoken about the titles he has received over the years. Actor Kamal Haasan, who turned 70 a few days ago, has penned a note for his fans, asking them to call him by his name.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Kamal also said that he feels “gratitude over being bestowed with endearing titles such as Ulaganayagan”. However, he respectfully declined all such titles and prefixes, calling himself a student of the art of cinema. (Also Read | Shruti Haasan would pretend to be someone else so she wouldn’t be asked about Kamal Haasan)

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Kamal moved by titles given to him

Kamal wrote, “Vanakkam, I have always felt a deep sense of gratitude over being bestowed with endearing titles such as Ulaganayagan, among others. Such accolades, given by the people and recognized by esteemed colleagues and admirers, has always been humbling, and I’ve been genuinely moved by your love in conferring it upon me.”

Actor calls himself student

“The art of cinema transcends beyond any one individual and I am but a student of the craft, forever hoping to evolve, learn and grow. Cinema, like any other form of creative expression, belongs to all. It is the collaboration of countless artists, technicians, and audience who make it what it is — a true reflection of humanity’s diverse, rich, and ever-evolving stories,” he added.

Kamal declines all titles

“It is my humble belief that the artist must not be elevated above the art. I prefer to remain grounded, constantly aware of my imperfections and my duty to improve. Hence, after considerable reflection, I feel compelled to respectfully decline all such titles or prefixes,” Kamal continued.

Actor has a request for fans

“I humbly request that all my fans, the media, members of film fraternity, party cadre and fellow Indians, to here on after, refer to me simply as Kamal Haasan or Kamal or KH. Thank you again for your gestures of kindness over the years. Please know that this decision comes from a place of humility and a desire to remain true to my roots and purpose, to always be one among all of us —the lovers of this beautiful artform,” he concluded his note.

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About Kamal’s upcoming film

Fans will see Kamal in Thug Life which will release in theatres on June 5, 2025. Touted as a gangster drama. Thug Life is directed by Mani Ratnam and co-produced by Raaj Kamal Films International and Madras Talkies. The film also stars Silambarasan TR, Jayam Ravi, Trisha, Abhirami, and Nasser. The film’s music was composed by AR Rahman.

Kamal Haasan has written a heartfelt note to his fans, requesting them to stop referring to him as “Ulaganayagan” (Universal Hero). In the note, Haasan humbly expressed that he does not want to be elevated to such a grand status, as he feels it on puts unnecessary pressure on him. He urged his supporters to choose more relatable and grounded titles, suggesting alternatives like “Kamal” or “Kamal Sir” as more fitting options.

His note has been met with admiration by his followers, who appreciate the actor’s humility and self-awareness. Haasan, who has had a remarkable career spanning decades in the Indian film industry, continues to be a beloved figure. His call to drop the lofty title resonates with fans who admire not just his work but also his grounded personality.

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At seven o’clock, Raj Babbar’s daughter learnt of his liaison with Smita Patil. “I shouldn’t tell my mother about this.”

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At seven o’clock, Raj Babbar’s daughter learnt of his liaison with Smita Patil. “I shouldn’t tell my mother about this.”

Raj Babbar left his wife, Nadira, to marry Smita Patil in 1983. His daughter Juhi Babbar has recalled the time in a new interview.
Actor Raj Babbar was already married and had two children when he began his relationship with fellow actor, Smita Patil. The affair and the ensuing marriage saw a lot of controversy, given how it began. Raj Babbar’s daughter, former actor Juhi Babbar, has now opened up on the time and how she came to know about the relationship when she was just 7 years old.

Juhi Babbar on Raj Babbar and Smita Patil

In an interview with Lehren Retro, Juhi recalled how Smita Patil made a conscious effort to connect with Raj’s two children – Juhi and her brother, Arya. “My father talked and explained his marriage with Smita Patil to me when I was barely seven years old, and that’s why my memories of Smita ji are very different. She went out of her way to do things for me. I think she also had this thing that we are the kids of the person who is most special to her, and so we are special to her as well. She would show us a lot of love, always bringing us gifts when she travelled, and she would ensure that at home, we were served the food that we liked. These small memories are nice, but unfortunately, there aren’t many memories,” she said.

Juhi said she was conflicted about her impression of Smita at the time because the actor was always nice to us, but she could see that the marriage had shaken up her own family, particularly her mother, Nadira. “As a child, I knew this is the lady my father wants to be with, and he wants to make her his wife. I could see Smita making an effort towards me and my little brother, but I also knew that this was disturbing the unit that used to be, and that my mother was unhappy about it. I had that understanding—that aunty (Smita) was being so good to me, but when I go home, I shouldn’t share this with my mother.”

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Raj Babbar and Smita Patil’s marriage

Smita Patil and Raj Babbar met on the sets of their 1982 film Bheegi Palkein. Raj left Nadira to marry Smita the following year. Their son, actor Prateik Babbar, was born in November 1986. However, Smita Patil died soon after from childbirth complications at the age of 31. Raj Babbar got back together with Nadira a few years later.

Juhi Babbar made her film debut with Kash Aap Hamare Hote opposite Sonu Nigam in 2003. She worked in a handful of films over the next few years before taking a hiatus to do TV. In 2023, she returned to films with supporting roles in films like Faraaz and Farrey. She is married to actor Anup Soni.

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