NewKerala.com

Key Points

Veteran actor Kamal Haasan has officially filed his Rajya Sabha nomination at the Tamil Nadu Secretariat, supported by Chief Minister MK Stalin and other DMK allies. The Makkal Needhi Maiyam (MNM) party, which did not contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, has been allocated a Rajya Sabha seat as part of its alliance with DMK. Haasan's nomination comes with strong political backing, given the INDIA bloc's numerical strength in the Assembly. This move marks another significant chapter in Haasan's multifaceted journey from cinema to politics.

Key Points: Kamal Haasan Files Rajya Sabha Nomination with Stalin's Support

  • DMK allocates Rajya Sabha seat to Makkal Needhi Maiyam
  • Haasan files nomination in presence of Stalin
  • INDIA bloc likely to win four seats
  • MNM secured 2.62% votes in 2021 Assembly election
2 min read

MNM chief Kamal Haasan files his nomination for Rajya Sabha at TN Secretariat in presence CM Stalin

MNM chief Kamal Haasan files Rajya Sabha nomination at Tamil Nadu Secretariat, backed by CM MK Stalin and DMK allies

"I would like to thank Tamil Nadu and its people for their unwavering support - Kamal Haasan"

Chennai, June 6

Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) President and Actor Kamal Haasan filed his nomination for Rajya Sabha at the Tamil Nadu secretariat in the presence of DMK President and state Chief Minister MK Stalin and his Deputy Udhayanidhi Stalin.

DMK allies, VCK leader Thirumavalavan, MDMK leader Vaiko, and Tamil Nadu Congress President Selvaperundagai were also present.

With DMK allocating one Rajya Sabha seat to Makkal Needhi Maiyam, its founder and actor Kamal Haasan was earlier named the candidate for the Upper House of Parliament.

In the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, each candidate requires a minimum of 34 votes to clinch a Rajya Sabha seat. The DMK-led INDIA bloc, with 158 MLAs (DMK: 133, Congress: 17, VCK: 4, CPI: 2, CPM: 2), is poised to win four seats comfortably.

The ruling DMK has named its three candidates for the Rajya Sabha election scheduled for June 19 this year. According to a release of the DMK, Salma, Advocate P Wilson, and SR Sivalingam are its candidates.

Actor Kamal Haasan launched Makkal Needhi Miam at a public meeting in Madurai in 2018. Makkal Needhi Miam did not contest in the 2024 Lok Sabha election, and instead it campaigned for the DMK-led INDIA bloc in the State. In return, the DMK had promised a Rajya Sabha seat for the party. Makkal Needhi Miam had secured 2.62 per cent of the votes in the 2021 State Assembly election.

Earlier on Thursday, Kamal Hassan's latest film Thug Life was released. Fans flooded the venue, waving banners and cheering for their beloved actor, creating an electrifying atmosphere at the premises of the cinema halls.

The buzz was unmistakable, with several fans even breaking into spontaneous dances to celebrate the much-awaited release of the film.

At the centre of the buzz, Haasan expressed his gratitude and excitement for the project, particularly his collaboration with the acclaimed director Mani Ratnam.

"It is true that working with him (Mani Ratnam) was a pleasure for me. I would like to thank Tamil Nadu and its people for their unwavering support," Haasan said, reflecting on the warmth he has received throughout his career.

In 'Thug Life', Haasan leads an ensemble cast that includes Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Ashok Selvan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, Ali Fazal, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf, among others.

The film is directed by Mani Ratnam, marking a highly anticipated reunion between the legendary director and Haasan after 38 years.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya K.
Kamal Haasan is truly a multi-talented personality! From cinema to politics, he's always given his best. Hope he brings the same dedication to Rajya Sabha as he does to his films. Wishing him all the best! 🤩 #Ulaganayagan
R
Rahul M.
While I admire Kamal sir's acting, I'm not sure about this political move. MNM didn't perform well in elections, and now getting Rajya Sabha seat feels like political adjustment. Hope he proves me wrong and works for people's welfare.
S
Saranya V.
Exciting times for Tamil cinema and politics! Kamal sir's entry into Rajya Sabha might bring more focus to regional cinema issues at national level. Also can't wait to watch Thug Life this weekend! Double treat for fans 😊
K
Karthik B.
DMK's strategy is clear - using Kamal Haasan's popularity to strengthen their alliance. But will this actually benefit Tamil Nadu? We need more than just star power in Parliament. Hope he focuses on real issues like water scarcity and industrial growth.
A
Ananya R.
After Rajinikanth's political entry didn't work out, curious to see how Kamal sir fares. He's always been more vocal about social issues. His speeches in Parliament will be worth watching! Also, the Mani Ratnam reunion after 38 years - goosebumps! ❤️
V
Vijay S.
Good move by DMK to bring in fresh voices. But hope this isn't just tokenism. Kamal Haasan should use this platform to raise important issues like federalism, state autonomy and cultural preservation. Tamil Nadu needs strong representation in Delhi.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50