Veteran actor Kamal Haasan recently shared a light-hearted and affectionate moment while speaking about Chiranjeevi at a major film event in Hyderabad. While addressing the audience, Kamal Haasan called Chiranjeevi his “brother” and added a humorous line that caught everyone’s attention. He said Chiranjeevi is his senior in politics but junior in cinema. The comment brought smiles and showed the strong bond between the two legends.
Kamal Haasan honoured at Telangana Gaddar Film Awards
Kamal Haasan attended the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025, where he received the prestigious Paidi Jairaj Film Award. This honour recognises his long and impactful journey in Indian cinema.
The award was presented by Revanth Reddy along with actor Nagarjuna. The event was filled with many well-known faces from the film industry, making it a special evening for cinema lovers.
“One Indian cinema” message by Kamal Haasan
During his speech, Kamal Haasan spoke about unity in the film industry. He shared that he does not believe in dividing cinema into Bollywood, Tollywood, or other regional labels.
He said that for him, it is all one Indian cinema. He appreciated efforts to bring different industries together and encouraged everyone to support this idea for the future generation.
This message stood out as it reflected his vision of a more connected film industry where stories and talent move freely across languages.
A long connection with Hyderabad and Telugu cinema
Kamal Haasan also spoke about his early days in cinema and his connection with Hyderabad. He shared that he started working in the city at a very young age and has been part of the Telugu film world for decades.
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He recalled working as an assistant director in his early years and how those experiences shaped his journey. His bond with Telugu cinema goes beyond work, as he considers many artists from the industry as family.
Remembering mentors and long collaborations
The actor also spoke fondly about director Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, with whom he has worked for many years. He described him as someone he deeply respects and admires.
Kamal Haasan highlighted that their collaboration has lasted for around five decades, which shows the trust and understanding they share.
Receiving the Paidi Jairaj Film Award is another big moment in Kamal Haasan’s long career. With over six decades in cinema, he has worked across multiple industries and continues to inspire new generations of actors and filmmakers.
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