Kamal Haasan RESPONDS after being asked about getting married twice: 'I don't follow Ram's path... perhaps I follow Dasharatha's path...'
etimes.in | Apr 20, 2025, 10.34 AM IST
Kamal Haasan is a celebrated Indian actor, filmmaker, writer, and singer known for his work in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Bengali. He is regarded as one of the finest talents in Indian cinema. While his career is widely admired, his personal life has also intrigued fans.
Trisha Krishnan's Views on Marriage
Kamal Haasan, Trisha Krishnan and Silambarasan TR are currently on the promotion trail for Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film Thug Life. During a recent press event, they were all asked for their views on marriage, and Haasan even opened up about why he chose to marry twice.
Kamal Haasan Reflects on a Decade-Old Incident
During the conversation, Trisha Krishnan revealed that she doesn't believe in marriage. She expressed that she doesn't support the institution of marriage and would be content whether it happens or not. Kamal Haasan, when asked about marriage, recalled an incident involving MP John Brittas from more than 10 years ago to explain his perspective.
Kamal Haasan shared an incident from over a decade ago involving his close friend, MP John Brittas. He recalled being surrounded by college students when MP Brittas asked how he could marry twice, despite following Lord Ram. Kamal Haasan responded by saying he doesn't pray to any god and doesn't follow Lord Ram's path. He humorously added, "Perhaps I follow his father's (Dasharatha) path, who had three wives."
Kamal Haasan’s Marriages and Relationships
Kamal Haasan married dancer Vani Ganapathy in 1978, and they worked together on the film Melnaattu Marumagal that same year. However, their marriage ended in divorce 10 years later. In 1988, he married actress Sarika, and they had two daughters: Shruti Haasan (born in 1986) and Akshara Haasan (born in 1991). Their marriage also ended in divorce in 2004, after two years of separation. Kamal later dated actress Gautami from 2005 to 2016. While Kamal's name has been linked to several actresses, the only relationship he has publicly acknowledged is with legendary South Indian actress Srividya. Even at this stage of his life and career, Kamal Haasan continues to remain honest and unapologetic about his choices.
Trisha Krishnan's Views on Marriage
Kamal Haasan, Trisha Krishnan and Silambarasan TR are currently on the promotion trail for Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film Thug Life. During a recent press event, they were all asked for their views on marriage, and Haasan even opened up about why he chose to marry twice.
Kamal Haasan Reflects on a Decade-Old Incident
During the conversation, Trisha Krishnan revealed that she doesn't believe in marriage. She expressed that she doesn't support the institution of marriage and would be content whether it happens or not. Kamal Haasan, when asked about marriage, recalled an incident involving MP John Brittas from more than 10 years ago to explain his perspective.
Kamal Haasan shared an incident from over a decade ago involving his close friend, MP John Brittas. He recalled being surrounded by college students when MP Brittas asked how he could marry twice, despite following Lord Ram. Kamal Haasan responded by saying he doesn't pray to any god and doesn't follow Lord Ram's path. He humorously added, "Perhaps I follow his father's (Dasharatha) path, who had three wives."
Kamal Haasan’s Marriages and Relationships
Kamal Haasan married dancer Vani Ganapathy in 1978, and they worked together on the film Melnaattu Marumagal that same year. However, their marriage ended in divorce 10 years later. In 1988, he married actress Sarika, and they had two daughters: Shruti Haasan (born in 1986) and Akshara Haasan (born in 1991). Their marriage also ended in divorce in 2004, after two years of separation. Kamal later dated actress Gautami from 2005 to 2016. While Kamal's name has been linked to several actresses, the only relationship he has publicly acknowledged is with legendary South Indian actress Srividya. Even at this stage of his life and career, Kamal Haasan continues to remain honest and unapologetic about his choices.