Jewels On Kamal's Crown

Awards galore! That's what Kamal Haasan Kamal Haasan is the most versatile actor that Indi >> Read More... 's shelf would be. It is truly a recognition for a star of his caliber. He has received numerous awards in his lifetime and is still capable of receiving more awards.

The National Award was commenced in 1968 only, but Kamal Haasan received President's Gold Medal (under special jury category) for his outstanding performance in his 1960 debut flick Kalatthur Kannamma. He was only six years then but visibly captured the attention of Tamil audience with his acting prowess. Besides acting with Gemini Ganesan in Kalathur Kannamma, he has also acted with stalwarts like Sivaji Ganesan The Honorable Mr. Ganesan was the second son in hi >> Read More... and MG Ramachandran. He also shared screen space with Honorary Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu (but in a cameo role).Kamal Haasan has received praise from Tamil Nadu's Chief Ministers including Rajaji, Kamarajar, M G Ramachandran M G Ramachandran was a demigod for his fans. And h >> Read More... , Karunanidhi, V N Janaki and Jayalalithaa Jayalalithaa Jayaram, more popularly known as Pura >> Read More... .

Kamal Haasan has around 19 Filmfare Awards, 4 National Awards, 3 Government Awards, 3 Nandi Awards, 1 Rashtrapathi Award, 8 Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, 4 Vijay Awards, 2 V Shantaram Awards, 2 Industry and Media Awards, 1 Zee Cine Awards, 3 civilian honours and 4 International film awards to his credit.

Though Kamal Haasan didn't prolong his career in Bollywood, Saagar was a film that is a landmark in his profession. He made a feat by winning both the Best Supporting Actor and Best Actor at the Film Fare awards.

Pesum Padam was a landmark in Kamal's career as it was released all over India at the same time. This only went on to prove that cinema has no barriers (the flick was a silent one). Kamal has acted in around 18 movies during 1977. 126 films of Kamal ran in theatres for more than 100 days. Kamal's family has the distinction of getting national awards by three members; Kamal, Charu Haasan and Suhasini. Well, acting is in the genes!

Seven films of Kamal Haasan were shown in Best Foreign Language Films Category in Academy Awards. This is a feat owing to its maximum number by an Indian artist. During 2009, Kamal completed fifty years in cinema, which is something commendable.

It is a known fact that Lata Mangeshkar Lata Mangeshkar, the veteran playback singer, had >> Read More... has gracefully moved away from Film Fare Awards to welcome newcomers. Well, our Ulaga Nayagan also does this great gesture. Even in some of his speeches he has mentioned this in a subtle manner.

As far as possible Kamal Haasan makes it a point to attend award functions. Though he may not receive the prize, he would always be there to present the award and motivate the newcomers (he in fact bestowed an award to his daughter at an awards function). And surely that is only a pleasure for the receiver to get an award from such an icon.

Kamal Haasan is the only actor who gives Tamil literary awards on his birthday. Well, let his legend continue!