Kamal Haasan

Latest reports on March 10, 2025, indicate that the highly anticipated multistarrer featuring Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth, tentatively titled KH x RK, is eyeing a theatrical release during the Dussehra or Diwali festival window in 2027. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Red Giant Movies, the project is expected to begin its primary filming schedule in August 2026, with music composed by Anirudh Ravichander.

Kamal Haasan has reportedly returned to the sets of the sci-fi sequel Kalki 2898 AD Part 2 to reprise his role as the antagonist Supreme Yaskin alongside Amitabh Bachchan. Industry reports surfaced on March 8, 2026, suggesting the veteran actor is set to receive a record-breaking remuneration for his participation in the project, following the massive global box office success of the first installment.

Kamal Haasan and Amitabh Bachchan have reunited on the sets of Kalki 2, as the highly anticipated sequel officially commenced filming on March 7, 2026. Bachchan shared images from the set featuring Haasan, who reprises his role as the antagonist Supreme Yaskin, marking their first on-screen collaboration in nearly 39 years. The project continues the expansive cinematic universe established in the first installment, with both legendary actors joining the principal photography phase this week.

The production house of Kamal Haasan, Raaj Kamal Films International, officially announced on March 5, 2026, that the upcoming film tentatively titled Thalaivar 173 is scheduled for a Pongal 2027 theatrical release. Directed by Cibi Chakravarthy and starring Rajinikanth, the professional collaboration is set to begin its filming schedule in mid-April 2026.

Kamal Haasan addressed the evolving standards of cinematic success at a leadership summit in Tamil Nadu on March 5, 2026. During his speech, the veteran filmmaker expressed concerns regarding the industry's increasing focus on box office collections over artistic excellence, emphasizing that creative merit and craftsmanship should remain the primary benchmarks for evaluating a film's impact.

Kamal Haasan addressed the changing standards of success in Indian cinema during a leadership summit in Tamil Nadu on March 4, 2026. The veteran actor emphasized the importance of artistic excellence over financial returns, expressing concern that box office collections have overshadowed the craft and quality of filmmaking. Meanwhile, music composer Anirudh Ravichander confirmed in a recent interview that the highly anticipated reunion project with Rajinikanth, tentatively titled 'KHxRK', is scheduled to begin filming in 2027.

In a professional update on March 4, 2026, music composer Anirudh Ravichander shared insights into the filming of promotional materials for the upcoming Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth collaboration, tentatively titled 'KH x RK'. The project, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, reportedly aims for a retro visual style, with production sources indicating plans to utilize traditional film cameras to capture a 1980s aesthetic. Ravichander also confirmed that the promotional sequences featured spontaneous, ad-libbed interactions between the two veteran actors on set.

Reports surfaced on March 2, 2026, that Kamal Haasan’s highly anticipated collaboration with Rajinikanth, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, will be filmed using traditional film reels instead of digital cameras. This technical choice is intended to provide a nostalgic visual texture for the historic reunion of the two stars, marking a significant return to vintage filmmaking styles. The project, tentatively titled KHxRK, is currently in its pre-production phase with music being composed by Anirudh Ravichander.

Kamal Haasan has commenced filming for the sequel to the science fiction epic 'Kalki 2898 AD,' reuniting with co-star Amitabh Bachchan on set. The update was confirmed following the release of behind-the-scenes photographs from the current production schedule, marking the next phase of the actor’s involvement in the franchise. This development follows the completion of his recent professional commitments and remains a primary focus of his 2026 film lineup.

Production house Red Giant Movies released a behind-the-scenes video on February 26, 2026, featuring Kamal Haasan and superstar Rajinikanth on the sets of their upcoming collaboration, tentatively titled KHxRK. The footage confirms that the recently launched retro-themed promotional video was filmed live on set with director Nelson Dilipkumar and music composer Anirudh Ravichander. The update showcases the two veterans interacting during the production, following official confirmation of their first joint cinematic project in over four decades.

The producers of the upcoming film tentatively titled 'KH x RK Reunion' have released an official behind-the-scenes video featuring Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth. The footage shows the actors filming a sequence under the direction of Nelson Dilipkumar, providing a verified update on the progress of the high-profile professional collaboration. This marks a notable development for the project, which reunites the two veteran actors on screen for the first time in over four decades.

Kamal Haasan has officially commenced filming for the sequel to the science-fiction epic Kalki 2898 AD in Hyderabad. The actor reprises his role as Supreme Yaskin in the Nag Ashwin directorial, joining co-star Amitabh Bachchan on set as principal photography for the second installment began this week. The production marks a collaborative milestone for the two actors, who are sharing the screen for the first time since their 1985 project together.

Kamal Haasan officially reunited with Amitabh Bachchan on the sets of 'Kalki 2' in Hyderabad as principal photography for the sequel commenced on February 24, 2026. This production marks the first time both actors have shared a film set in nearly 40 years, following their previous collaboration in the 1985 film 'Geraftaar'. Haasan reprises his role as the antagonist Supreme Yaskin in the Nag Ashwin-directed dystopian epic.

Red Giant Movies officially confirmed on February 23 that veteran cinematographer Rajiv Menon has joined the technical crew for the upcoming collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the project tentatively titled #KHXRK features music by Anirudh Ravichander and marks a professional on-screen reunion for the two actors after nearly five decades.

Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth are officially set to reunite on screen for a new feature project tentatively titled "KHxRK," as confirmed in a promotional teaser released on February 21, 2026. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Red Giant Movies, the film marks the first major professional collaboration between the two veteran actors in 46 years. The announcement also identified Anirudh Ravichander as the project's music composer, signaling the start of production for the highly anticipated venture.

Red Giant Movies released the official announcement promo for the project tentatively titled "KH x RK" on February 21, 2026, confirming the first on-screen reunion of Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth in 47 years. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and featuring music by Anirudh Ravichander, the retro-themed video showcases the two actors alongside the director and composer. The film is scheduled to commence production soon with a technical crew that includes cinematographer Rajiv Menon and editor R. Nirmal.

Red Giant Movies announced on February 20 that the official promo for the upcoming collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth, tentatively titled KHxRK, will be released on February 21 at 12:07 pm. The announcement was accompanied by a new poster featuring a vintage-style vehicle and the tagline "Some men set Rules, Some men just Rule." Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the project marks a professional reunion for the two veteran actors on screen after several decades.

Red Giant Movies announced that an official update for the upcoming film collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth is scheduled for release today, February 19, at 7:12 PM. The project, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Raaj Kamal Films International, features music by Anirudh Ravichander. The announcement follows recent reports that both actors have completed filming a special promotional video for the venture.

Kamal Haasan's production banner, Raaj Kamal Films International, officially released the teaser for the upcoming film Seyon on February 17, 2026. Directed by Sivakumar Murugesan and starring Sivakarthikeyan, the mythological drama is scheduled for a theatrical release in October 2026. The promotional glimpse introduces a rustic setting and confirms a musical score composed by Santhosh Narayanan.

Kamal Haasan’s production banner, Raaj Kamal Films International, officially announced its next project titled Seyon and unveiled the first-look poster on February 16, 2026. Directed by Sivakumar Murugesan, the film features Sivakarthikeyan in a lead role and marks the second collaboration between the actor and the veteran filmmaker's production house. The project features music by Santhosh Narayanan and is being positioned as a rural commercial entertainer for a 2026 release.

Raaj Kamal Films International has officially announced a new project tentatively titled SK 26, marking a second collaboration between Kamal Haasan and actor Sivakarthikeyan. Following their partnership on the film Amaran, the production banner confirmed that the new venture's first-look poster is scheduled for release on February 16, 2026, at 5:02 PM. The project is being produced by Kamal Haasan and R. Mahendran in association with Turmeric Media.

The only actor from India to have acted in movies in all six major Indian film languages—Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali—is Kamal Haasan.

The only person with 19 Filmfare honours is Kamal Haasan. He is the first actor to receive recognition from the Filmfare Awards for both Best Actor and Best Supporting actor for the same movie, Saagar.

At the age of four, Kamal Haasan began his acting career as a child star and earned the coveted President's Gold Medal for his performance in Kalathur Kannamma.

The first Tamil star to donate proceeds from his fan clubs to charitable causes was Haasan. He was awarded the first Abraham Kovoor National Prize in 2004 for his contributions.

Kamal Haasan has received the most nominations, with seven films being considered for an Academy Award in the Best Foreign Language Film category.

He is the only actor to have 10 different faces in a single picture of Dasavathaaram.