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Kamal Haasan’s ‘self-obsession’ ruined important Munna Bhai Tamil remake scene? Co-star makes bold claim

Kamal Haasan’s ‘self-obsession’ ruined important Munna Bhai Tamil remake scene? Co-star makes bold claim

Veteran actor Yatin Karyekar has opened up about his experience of working with Kamal Haasan, making some strong claims about the veteran actor’s approach on film sets. Looking back at their time together on Hey Ram and Vasool Raja MBBS, Yatin alleged that Kamal often made creative choices to protect his on-screen image and was unwilling to include scenes that could make his character appear vulnerable. Kamal Haasan changed slap scene over ego? Hey Ram co-star Yatin Karyekar makes explosive claims. A key scene was changed, claims Yatin One of Yatin Karyekar’s strongest claims was about Vasool Raja MBBS, the Tamil remake of Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., where Kamal Haasan played the character made famous by Sanjay Dutt. Speaking to Siddharth Kannan, Yatin recalled that an important moment from the original film was changed during the remake. Calling him self-obsessed, he said, “Kamal Haasan is very self-obsessed. We were shooting for Vasool Raja MBBS. The scene where Jimmy Shergill slaps Sanjay Dutt in the Hindi version was being recreated in Tamil, but he didn’t let that …

‘Kamal Haasan is self-obsessed, blocked crucial Munna Bhai remake scene’: Hey Ram co-star | Tamil News

‘Kamal Haasan is self-obsessed, blocked crucial Munna Bhai remake scene’: Hey Ram co-star | Tamil News

4 min readNew DelhiJul 3, 2026 12:22 PM IST During the promotions of Thug Life, Kamal Haasan famously remarked that “arrogance is stardom’s evil partner,” adding that once arrogance sets in, it becomes difficult for an actor to stay grounded. However, one of his former co-stars now claims that the veteran actor may have fallen into the very trap he once spoke about. Actor Yatin Karyekar, who worked with Kamal Haasan in Hey Ram and Vasool Raja MBBS, recently alleged that the superstar’s self-obsession has affected his career over the years. ‘He creates controversy for publicity’ Speaking to Siddharth Kannan, Yatin claimed that Kamal often courts controversy deliberately to remain in the spotlight. “I have worked a lot with Kamal Haasan. There are things that one needs to do to create publicity and controversy. People create controversy for publicity. They feel the need to create controversy to stay in the limelight,” he said. Recalling an incident during the shooting of Hey Ram, Yatin alleged that Kamal once staged a protest after his flight was delayed. …

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 locks release date: Sun Pictures drops explosive new teaser, watch | Tamil News

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 locks release date: Sun Pictures drops explosive new teaser, watch | Tamil News

3 min readMumbaiJul 2, 2026 07:21 PM IST Jailer 2 release date: Three years after delivering 2023’s biggest Tamil hit, superstar Rajinikanth and director Nelson Dilipkumar have reunited for the sequel to their actioner Jailer, which they’ve already wrapped up. After months of speculation and anticipation, production house Sun Pictures on Thursday finally announced the release date of Jailer 2. When is Jailer 2 releasing? After teasing “something special” related to Jailer 2 is coming the fans’ way at 6 pm throughout the day on social media, Sun Pictures finally shared a release date announcement video on YouTube. The video, which lasts for under a minute, shows Rajinikanth exiting a black luxury car at the start and then posing in the middle of a runway towards the end. However, the camera stays at a distance, making fans of the Tamil superstar wait for a few more days before they can unveil Rajinikanth’s first look from the film. At the end of the video, it’s announced that Jailer 2 is slated to release in cinemas on October …

Delhi High Court rules against Ilaiyaraaja in copyright battle with Saregama | Tamil News

Delhi High Court rules against Ilaiyaraaja in copyright battle with Saregama | Tamil News

2 min readHyderabadJul 1, 2026 06:38 PM IST The Delhi High Court has issued an ad interim injunction barring composer Ilaiyaraaja from exploiting or licensing music from 134 films, in a copyright dispute with Saregama India Limited, as per Live Law. The Delhi High Court upheld the interim injunction against Tamil composer Ilaiyaraaja, effectively barring him from exploiting, licensing or claiming ownership over music from 134 films pending the final outcome. Justice Tushar Rao Gedela delivered the ruling on Wednesday. The films covered under the injunction include some of the most celebrated titles in Tamil cinema including Annakkili, 16 Vayathiniley, Kavikkuyil, Bharathi, Pallavi Anu Pallavi, Mullum Malarum, Raaja Paarvai, Netrikkann and Kalyanaraman, alongside 125 other titles from the same period. ALSO READ | Aamir Khan’s brother Faisal apologises after captivity claims, ahead of actor’s wedding About Ilaiyaraaja and Saregama’s legal battle The dispute traces back to January 2026, when Ilaiyaraaja issued a formal legal notice asserting ownership over the musical works he had composed, arranged and orchestrated across his film career, including titles that Saregama …

Bhagyaraj’s letters, released posthumously, lead to backlash against son Shanthanu | Tamil News

Bhagyaraj’s letters, released posthumously, lead to backlash against son Shanthanu | Tamil News

3 min readHyderabadJul 1, 2026 03:53 PM IST Posts shared on K Bhagyaraj’s official social media account after his death in Chennai have triggered a public controversy, with son Shanthanu Bhagyaraj facing accusations of forgery and opportunism after releasing what appeared to be earlier letters signed by the late filmmaker, addressed to his fans. The posts, which included two letters written on Bhagyaraj’s personal letterhead and bearing his signature, were shared in the days following the filmmaker’s death on June 27. The first letter opens with one of Bhagyaraj’s personal mottos, “The greatest joy in happiness is making others happy,” and is addressed directly to his fans, thanking them for being the great joy of his life and describing them as precious as his own eyes. Crucially, the letter asks his fans to transfer their love and loyalty to his son Shanthanu going forward, writing, “In my place, I want you, as fans, to stand by Shanthanu’s success.” It closes with a reflection on the body’s impermanence, ending with the lines, “This body has no …

Tamil filmmaker K Bhagyaraj leaves emotional posthumous note for fans; asks them to support son: ‘I will keep living’

Tamil filmmaker K Bhagyaraj leaves emotional posthumous note for fans; asks them to support son: ‘I will keep living’

Tamil filmmaker K Bhagyaraj died at the age of 73 from a sudden cardiac arrest on June 27. He received full state honours at his funeral, which was attended by politicians and film personalities. On Tuesday evening, his office released a farewell letter in which he spoke about donating his eyes and asked for support for his son, actor Shanthnu Bhagyaraj. The internet, however, is split about the letter. (Also Read: K Bhagyaraj’s son Shanthnu says Vijay ‘anna’ has been by him in joy and grief: ‘You handed taali, knelt by my mother’) K Bhagyaraj died on June 27 at the age of 73 and was given state honours at his funeral. K Bhagyaraj’s emotional farewell letter On Tuesday evening, Bhagyaraj’s office released his final letter to the public. The two-page letter states that “Happiness comes from making people around you happy.” He wrote that his entire life revolved around receiving immense love from the audience. Thanking fans, mothers who encouraged him and his colleagues, he wrote, “I have kept my eyes alive just for …

Tamil Nadu to procure 2.5 lakh ONTs for BharatNet broadband rollout

Tamil Nadu to procure 2.5 lakh ONTs for BharatNet broadband rollout

Tamil Nadu has moved to operationalise its extensive rural fibre-optic network by floating a tender to procure 2.5 lakh Optical Network Terminals (ONTs), paving the way for high-speed broadband connectivity to reach homes, government offices and public institutions across the state.  The tender, issued by the Tamil Nadu FibreNet Corporation (TANFINET), marks a significant step in the implementation of BharatNet Phase II, the Union government’s flagship rural broadband programme, under which TANFINET is the nodal agency in the state. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

‘He started bleeding’: Kayadu Lohar recalls hitting her harasser with stone as a student | Tamil News

‘He started bleeding’: Kayadu Lohar recalls hitting her harasser with stone as a student | Tamil News

3 min readKochiUpdated: Jun 30, 2026 01:59 PM IST Kayadu Lohar is one of those rare actors who has managed to make a strong impression on audiences across various languages in a short span of time, and that too with just a handful of films. In a career spanning about five years, she has appeared in only eight movies but already ranks as a star in South India and is slated to play key roles in several major under-production projects. During a recent interview, Kayadu took a trip down memory lane and opened up about an instance when she faced street sexual harassment as a student. Although she ignored it on the first two days, the actor shared that she reacted strongly on the third day, even injuring one of the harassers. Must Read | Born to a throuple, 3-time State Award winner Shruthi ‘doesn’t know’ her biological mother Kayadu Lohar recalls facing street harassment as a student “When I was in school, I used to go for these Grade 10 classes (tuition) near my …

Is Suriya the next Tamil star to enter politics after Vijay? Know the truth after fan statement causes confusion

Is Suriya the next Tamil star to enter politics after Vijay? Know the truth after fan statement causes confusion

Recently, there was talk that Suriya will be the next Tamil star to join politics after Vijay. After a fan’s statement went viral, many assumed the actor was indeed stepping into a new field. However, his official fan club was forced to issue a clarification after confusion ensued. Fans cause some confusion about Suriya joining politics recently. (PTI) What did Suriya’s fan say? A fan named R Veeramani reportedly spoke about Suriya entering politics at a meeting of the administrators. He said, “If time decides, if God decides, no one can stop someone from becoming a people’s leader,” referring to the star. This led to a discussion about whether the actor, who has never publicly shown interest in a political career, is quietly making steps behind the scenes. He had to later release a clarification video. Fan association clarifies The All India Suriya Fans Club posted Veeramani’s video and clarified that his views were ‘personal opinion’. They also stated in a long note written in Tamil that his remarks were being circulated with a ‘wrong …

‘Men are jealous of my life’: When Kamal Haasan hit back at people’s obsession with his life | Tamil News

‘Men are jealous of my life’: When Kamal Haasan hit back at people’s obsession with his life | Tamil News

4 min readKochiJun 29, 2026 08:00 PM IST As much as his professional journey and accomplishments, legendary actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan’s personal life has also made huge headlines, capturing the public’s attention. However, he once expressed his displeasure at people giving overt attention to his private life, particularly his romantic relationships, rather than focusing on his cinematic career. Kamal also pointed out that it was high time those around him moved away from discussions about his personal matters, which had nothing to do with others. Must Read | ‘He is a hero everywhere’: Why R Madhavan is in complete awe of Ajith Kumar “Kamal Haasan is not famous because of his marriages; he’s famous because he does his job well. Anyone can get married, but performing Kathakali, becoming a producer, directing a movie, or writing is a big deal. I think I should be respected for what I do on-screen, rather than off-screen,” Kamal Haasan shared during an appearance on Manorama News’ Nere Chovve programme. A look back at Kamal Haasan’s high-profile marriages and relationships For …