New Delhi: Kamal Hassan doesn't need any introduction. While many of you know him as an actor, dancer, producer and director, many don't know that he is a screenwriter, lyricist and philanthropist too.
He has been a part of the finest movies ever made in India including Nayagan (1987), Indian (1996) and Moondram Pirai (1983). With seven submissions, Kamal Haasan has starred in the highest number of films submitted by India for the Academy Award Best Foreign Language Film. He has won 4 National Film Awards, 19 Filmfare Awards, the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan award.
On his 61st birthday we bring to you 5 Bollywood movies of the south star which are a testimony of the sheer excellence he possess.
Ek Duje Ke Liye:
Everything about this 1981 movie was refreshingly original, although it did had shades of Romeo and Juliet in it. The story of a youthful romance between a South Indian boy, Vasu (Kamal) and Sapna (Rati Agnihotri) who are thwarted by their parents struck a chord with audience which made this movie a blockbuster. Kamal delivers a powerful performance of a lovelorn boy who desperately seeks union with the love of his life. It was undoubtedly Kamal's impeccable acting which made this a perennial favourite of movie buffs.
Hey Ram:
Many feel that Kamal's works can be classified into two parts; Hey Ram and non Hey Ram. The semi fictional plot of the film is woven around the partition, Mahatma Gandhi's assassination and unrest in the country. On Kamal's shoulders, the story found the best torchbearer. As Saketh Ram, a broken man who lost his wife to rape on a quest to kill Mahatma, Kamal Hassan touches your heart. His journey from someone who is consumed by hatred and zealtory to someone who keeps Gandhi's footwear as a memento, make this a must watch film.
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Sadma:
Kamal Hassan essayed the role of Somu, a lonely school teacher for whom carnal desires did not matter much. He helps Nehalata (Sridevi) come back to sanity after a deadly accident erases her memory and leaves her with an intelligence of a seven year old. Having a tragic end, Kamal's heart wrenching performance in this 1983 movie will leave you in tears.
Zara Si Zindagi:
Kamal's mentor K. Balachander directed him in this 1983 movie which was the remake of the Tamil hit Varumayin Niram Sivappu. As Rakesh, a graduate looking for a job in the capital, Kamal connected with the youth of the nation who somewhat faced the same problems. Torn between his career choices and his love for a struggling actress Kusum (played by Anita Raj), Kamal impressed both the critics and viewers with his acting.
Vishwaroopam:
This 2013 movie is proof that Kamal just got better with age. He not only acted in this spy thriller film but also directed, co-produced and wrote the script of it. Built against the back drop of global terrorism, Kamal gives a remarkable performance as an Indian spy on quest to destroy terrorist agencies. This nail biting doesn't let you get bored and gives ultimate entertainment.
