As this legendary actor turns 70 today, his fans around the world have taken a moment to look at all the iconic roles that made him a star.
From his entertaining role as Laxmi Godbole in ‘Chachi 420’ to his totalitarian God-King avatar in epic science fiction called ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, Kamal Haasan has left us awestruck.
This Padma Bhushan Awardee not only left a mark in the South film industry but also gave incredible hits in the Hindi film fraternity. As we celebrate his birthday today, let’s revisit his iconic roles that showcased his incredible zeal for his craft.
Kamal Haasan’s 7 Mind-boggling Roles That Made Him A Legendary Actor
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1. Sadma (1983)
Raj N. Sippy, Romu N. Sippy
This tragic romantic drama starring Sridevi and Kamal Haasan left all of us in a chokehold. Released in 1983, this Blockbuster hit narrates the story of a young woman struggling with amnesia after struggling with a head injury in a car crash. And Somu (Kamal Haasan) rescues her from the brothel, realizing that she is mentally a child. The climax of this film left everyone emotionally broken while leaving a strong impression.
2. Chachi 420 (1997)
Raaj Kamal Films International
If you’re a millennial or a ’90s kid, you will definitely remember Kamal Haasan’s role in Chachi 420. His prosthetics, dialogue delivery, and dual role as Laxmi Godbole and Jai Prakash Paswan won everyone’s hearts and grabbed the audience’s attention. Will you rewatch this movie today?
3. Dasavathaaram (2008)
Aascar Film Pvt Ltd
Kamal Haasan left an applauding impression on his fans by portraying not just one or two roles in this film but showcasing 10 different avatars in this sci-fi film. From playing the role of former US president George Bush to transitioning to the role of a retired intelligence officer, Kamal delivered a commanding performance that shook the Tamil film industry.
4. Hey Ram (2000)
Raaj Kamal Films International
Set against the backdrop of India’s brutal partition era, Kamal Haasan plays the role of Saket Ram who is shattered by his personal tragedy that took place during that time. His transformational role of a violent man who later grants forgiveness is one of his self-directed performances that was a turning point in his acting and directing career.
5. Indian (1996)
Sri Surya Movies
His portrayal of dual roles in this film gave him a nod from his audiences. Playing the role of a 70-year-old freedom fighter named Senapathy and a young Chandu (short form of Chandrabose), Kamal Haasan aced his role with the help of the right prosthetics and commendable acting skills.
6. Kalki 2898 AD (2024)
Vyjayanthi Movies
In this epic science fiction, Kamal Haasan played the role of an antagonist named Supreme Yaskin who is a 200-year-old God-King in search of a 150-day pregnant woman’s fetus for his survival. His prosthetics and his excellent acting skills kept everyone gripped throughout the movie. With a very dense star cast of Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Prabhas, and Kamal Haasan, this movie is a .
7. Vikram (2022)
Raaj Kamal Films International
Kamal Haasan plays the role of a retired intelligence officer who is on a mission to expose a drug cartel. Despite his age, this legendary actor breaks all records to deliver an action-packed avatar with mere confidence. While Kamal became a hit among this new generation of movie buffs, he also reinvented himself as a versatile actor.
Let’s agree on the fact that Kamal Haasan has not only portrayed himself as just an actor but also left a mark as a true icon radiating a commendable cinematic experience.
