Actor-director and producer Kamal Haasan has recently said in an interview that he is appalled at how his upcoming film Vishwaroopam has been construed to be against Muslims.
In his written statement, Kamal Haasan said, “While I am touched by the voices in support for me and my film, I am appalled at how my film is construed to be against my Muslim brothers.”
Later, copies of his statement were sent to media organizations.
Actor Kamal Haasan said, “My statements in favour of that community have marked me as a sympathizer. I have always gone beyond the call of my duty as an actor to voice my opinion in favour of what was humane and civil. I have been part of an organization called Harmony India which worked for Hindu Muslim amity.”
Further, the actor said that he was not only hurt by the accusations of “denigrating a community but my sensibilities are truly insulted”
“I have been ruthlessly used as a vehicle by small groups who seek political profile. Icon bashing is a great way to be noticed when you are not one yourself. It is happening again and again. Any neutral and patriotic Muslim will surely feel pride on seeing my film. It was designed for that purpose,” Kamal Haasan said.
He added, “Now I will rely on law and logic to come to our support. This kind of cultural terrorism will have to stop.”
