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The decision was formally announced after Kamal Haasan met Chief Minister and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee at Nabanna in Howrah on Monday. (File Photo)

Kamal Haasan's MNM forges alliance with TMC for Andaman and Nicobar

MNM party floated by actor turned politician Kamal Haasan has forged an alliance with the TMC in Andaman and Nicobar islands.

25 Mar 2019 6:33 PM

Haasan said he does not compare Congress and BJP as they 'both have their equal share of mistakes that they have done.' (Photo: File)

'Won't be sold, won't indulge in horse-trading,' says Kamal Haasan

Makkal Needhi Maiam released its first list of 21 candidates for the Lok Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

21 Mar 2019 8:32 AM

Kamal Haasan had on February 7 stated that his party was gearing up for contesting all the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry for the coming Parliamentary polls. (Photo: File)

MNM to announce list of candidates on March 20

The list will be announced by the Actor-turned-politician and president of Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) Kamal Haasan.

18 Mar 2019 2:45 PM

However, Hassan was the first one to flag the massive sex abuse case last week. (Photo: File)

Watch: Kamal Haasan questions TN govt over Pollachi sexual assault case

Kamal Haasan attacks Chief Minister E Palaniswami over Pollachi sex abuse case.

15 Mar 2019 10:23 AM

Kamal Haasan during his visit to the DGP’s office.

Pollachi rape scandal: Celebs raises voice for victims

The case, which triggered widespread outrage, has been transferred to the CB-CID now.

14 Mar 2019 2:38 AM

Rajinikanth not to contest Assembly polls in TN

Haasan, talking to reporters here separately later, said his party has been allotted the torch light symbol by the Election Commission.

11 Mar 2019 7:02 AM

Days ago, the DMK organ ‘Murasoli’, had alleged that he was accusing it of corruption due to 'BJP's pressure'. (Photo: BJP)

‘I’m not BJP’s B Team, I’m TN’s A Team,’ claims MNM’s Kamal Haasan

Addressing a party rally on Sunday night, Haasan said that he was being targeted as his party was growing in stature.

25 Feb 2019 12:54 PM

Haasan referred to Stalin who came out of Tamil Nadu Assembly in torn shirt on Sunday when the AIADMK government led by Chief Minister K Palaniswami sought vote of confidence. (Photo: File)

'Are you not ashamed of copying from small boy?': Kamal Haasan's dig at Stalin

Haasan said he cannot wear a torn shirt, and even if his shirt gets torn in the assembly, he would wear another shirt.

18 Feb 2019 12:28 PM

Kamal Hassan said the promises made to farmers might look impressive but that it would amount to a paltry sum, when broken down to per diem. (Photo: File)

Union budget self-serving, legitimate version of money for votes: Kamal Haasan

Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal had presented the NDA government's interim budget last Friday.

05 Feb 2019 3:36 PM

Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan said that it would be too early to say if his party would lead the alliance. (Photo: ANI)

Kamal Haasan to contest 2019 LS polls, may ally with 'like-minded' parties

Kamal Haasan said he would not collaborate with any party that 'tries to change Tamil Nadu's DNA'.

22 Dec 2018 2:21 PM

Another sequel among equals

Next week sees South superstar Kamal Haasan getting into the action with Indian 2.

08 Dec 2018 1:14 AM

Kamal Haasan told his supporters that his party's approach to politics was 'devoid' of nepotism and 'unnecessary individual praise that is generally associated with politics'. (Photo: File | PTI)

‘Existing political parties, politicians view welfare as alms’: Kamal Haasan

In his birthday message, Haasan exhorted fans, supporters to take up welfare activities rather than meeting him to wish him.

04 Nov 2018 6:08 PM

After nearly three years in the making, 2.0 is now all set to hit the screens on November 29, 2018.

'2.0' will be a milestone in Rajinikanth’s career, says Kamal Haasan

Kamal Haasan has given his best wishes to Rajinikanth.

04 Nov 2018 3:12 PM

As the monsoon clouds slowly vanished after losing the battle with the sun, the mercury level started rising gradually.

The hidden gem

Orchha is a beautiful town situated in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh.

14 Oct 2018 1:15 AM

Shah Rukh Khan to screen Zero for Kamal Haasan

Shah Rukh Khan wants to seek Kamal’s opinion on the film’s midget act.

02 Oct 2018 12:16 AM

Indebted to K Balachander

Actor Kamal Hassan credits legendary director K. Balachander for making him the star he is today.

24 Sep 2018 12:09 AM

Concept of the show is to explore and see about these people who are high achievers and what is that something special about them which has made them who they are.

R Madhavan talks about what makes a person an icon

Aim of the show is, with the help of scientists and expert psychoanalysts, decode whether an icon is born or made.

21 Sep 2018 1:47 PM

'This act is to be criticised and condemned, as it prevents opinions from being shared and is an act of dictatorship,' Haasan said in a statement. (Photo: File)

Act of dictatorship: Kamal Haasan on 'brother' Yogendra Yadav's arrest

Haasan called Yogendra Yadav 'brother' and said 'politician from different state' had come to learn about opinion of farmers of our state.

09 Sep 2018 8:40 AM

Actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) chief Kamal Haasan. (Photo: File)

We are already ready for 2019 general elections: Kamal Haasan

However, the actor's party Makkal Needhi Maiam won't contest the upcoming bypolls in Tamil Nadu.

30 Aug 2018 10:38 AM

No audience for senior actors

Leena Yadav’s much-awaited Rajma Chawal featuring Rishi Kapoor, which was to be released on August 31, has been postponed.

25 Aug 2018 12:18 AM

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