Mr Kejriwal had called on Mr Haasan in Chennai in September 2017, when the award-winning actor had started dropping hints of taking the political plunge.
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"Proper Dialogue In Cauvery Issue Can Solve Everything," Says Kamal Haasan At His Party Makkal Needhi Maiam Launch: Highlights
Kamal Haasan visited former president APJ Abdul Kalam's home in Rameswaram today. The 63-year-old is later scheduled to addressed public meetings in Ramanathapuram and made a quick stop at Paramakudi, his home town, before launching his new political party by flying its flag in Madurai.
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Updated : February 22, 2018 2:53 am IST
Kamal Haasan launched his party in Madurai.
Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu: Superstar Kamal Haasan has announced the name of his new political party at a massive function in Tamil Nadu's political capital Madurai, where he is sharing stage with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is chief guest for the evening. "My party's name is Makkal Neethi Meyam," said the 62-year-old Mr Haasan, to loud cheers from the crowds. Mr Haasan addressed a number of gatherings through the day as he set out on a yatra from the island. He addressed the fishermen community and said, "Different governments have made different promises and then when people ask why the promises are not met, they bring different problems in front of them." Mr Haasan also met Abdul Kalam's elder brother at his residence. In his address at Ramanathapuram, Mr Haasan said, "I am not a cinema star anymore. I am the lamp of all your house. Please protect me and keep me lit." He visited his hometown - Paramakudi, but did not address the meeting as scheduled. While announcing his political tour last month, the actor had said he too shared the vision of Mr Kalam who dreamt of a "good Tamil Nadu". By launching his tour from the residence of Mr Kalam, he would be moving forward towards that goal, he had said.
Mr Kejriwal had called on Mr Haasan in Chennai in September 2017, when the award-winning actor had started dropping hints of taking the political plunge.
Mr Kejriwal had called on Mr Haasan in Chennai in September 2017, when the award-winning actor had started dropping hints of taking the political plunge.
Feb 21, 2018 21:28 (IST)
Don't ask me who is my idol, I like everyone, I like Obama and Chandrababu Naidu, I like Ambedkar and Periyar too: Kamal Haasan
Feb 21, 2018 21:24 (IST)
To the question on "getting rid of violence against women", Haasan says, "I am the way. If we think of all women as mothers and sisters. We should give women equal rights if she is your lover."
Feb 21, 2018 21:21 (IST)
To the question "If you become CM, will the freebie system still exist?" Haasan says, "I won't be giving any freebie (like alcohol for men, mopeds for women) but I will empower people to improve their living standards. We must also think of every woman as womenfolk from our families. We need to ensure equality exists and space is given."
Feb 21, 2018 21:21 (IST)
Won't be giving freebies but improve living standards of people: Kamal Haasan
"I can't do it (corruption) as a single person. It is a collective effort. We need to work towards it. We might have to do some small sacrifices. but, it is imperative that we do it."
Feb 21, 2018 21:19 (IST)
We will adopt villages. We will transform them. We will change till you are satisfied. When we say this some people mock at us but we will show them: Kamal Haasan
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Feb 21, 2018 21:10 (IST)
This party does not end with me. I want to create a party that will last generations: Kamal Haasan
I acted for so long. You paid to see me. But when I patiently looked at it, I understood that I did not give back to the people. The guilt was not something I could take. I decided, my dedication is for the people.
This party does not end with me. I want to create a party that will last generations.
Feb 21, 2018 21:04 (IST)
I will not give Rs 6,000 for a vote. Because I don't have the money. But even if I did, I won't give it to you, says Haasan
Feb 21, 2018 21:01 (IST)
People ask me what is my solution to the Cauvery issue. I've answered this before. The problem is there is so much politicisation of the issue..there needs to be a fair dialogue.
Feb 21, 2018 20:54 (IST)
Feb 21, 2018 20:51 (IST)
My political ideology is the same as all the good CMs: Kamal Haasan
"Everyone is asking me my ideology. When Chandrababu Naidu also asked me, I told him I am a fan of him, he said don't think left or right. Think people.
After Chandrababu Naidu said this, I knew that I was in the right path. I was reluctant to see if something liek this possible, but Kejriwal ji proved it in whatever he said. I am not a leader here. I am a supporter too.
My political ideology is the same as all the good CMs. Good education. People who repeat politics in the name of religion should stop.
Feb 21, 2018 20:49 (IST)
Today is the day of speaking. Tomorrow is action
Feb 21, 2018 20:36 (IST)
People of Tamil Nadu are ready to throw out DMK, AIADMK and bring Kamal Haasan into power: Arvind Kejriwal
Feb 21, 2018 20:32 (IST)
Kamal Haasan is my real-life hero: Arvind Kejriwal
I have always been a great fan of Kamal Haasan as an actor, producer and a film personality. Today I stand here not because he is a great film actor but he is a real-life film hero.
He is not just honest. He has a great vision. I admire his courage the most. He has courage to speak again injustice and communal forces. Earlier I was a fan of Kamal as a film personal. Today I am fan of Kamal as a real-life hero.
I congratulate his term for this great political alternative. I congratulate the people of Tamil Nadu. People of Tamil Nadu were stuck with just two party all along.
Feb 21, 2018 20:29 (IST)
"The fact that he thinks he is the one that Tamil Nadu needs to save the state is not true. He is hurriedly starting something like a film face-off. This is not something the people of Tamil Nadu will believe in. He can make headlines, but cannot head," said Tamilisai Soundararajan, BJP.
Feb 21, 2018 20:28 (IST)
Superstar Kamal Haasan has announced the name of his new political party at a massive function in Tamil Nadu's political capital Madurai, where he is sharing stage with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is chief guest for the evening."
Feb 21, 2018 20:23 (IST)
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan congratulated Kamal Haasan via pre-recorded message on his party launch.
Feb 21, 2018 20:21 (IST)
Feb 21, 2018 20:18 (IST)
Feb 21, 2018 20:08 (IST)
I am not a leader, I am among the people. You are the crowd of leaders. Memorise the name. We have a responsibility from now one. This is not a one day thing. It is going to be a way of life: Kamal Haasan
Feb 21, 2018 19:53 (IST)
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