Kamal Haasan calls 'Maareesan' 'Inventive'; Fahadh Faasil says, 'I learn just by being around him'
Fahadh Faasil
's latest film 'Maareesan' has found a fan in
Kamal Haasan
. The legendary actor and filmmaker recently took to social media to express his admiration for the Fahadh Faasil and
Vadivelu
starrer.
Taking to his official Twitter handle Kamal Haasan wrote, 'Watched Maareesan - a film that dances effortlessly between wit and depth, leaving me laughing, thinking, and admiring its craft.
Had a wonderful conversation with the team to congratulate them on this delightful creation."
Maareesan - Official Trailer
The 'Thug Life' actor further wrote, "Beneath its humour lies a socially conscious lens on human emotion and a keen gaze at the darker shadows of our society. The kind of inventive, spirited cinema I naturally gravitate towards - both as viewer and creator. #Maareesan."
Fahadh Faasil on his easy equation with Kamal Haasan
Fahadh Faasil recently opened up about the warm and relaxed bond he shares with Kamal Haasan.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the 'Vikram' actor revealed that whenever the two meet, they spend hours simply cracking jokes. 'When Kamal sir and I meet, we crack jokes for like two, three hours. It's got nothing to do with cinema. It's mostly about what's going on and around,' Fahadh said, offering a glimpse into their candid, offscreen camaraderie.
Learning from presence, not questions
Interestingly, despite Kamal Haasan's status as a revered icon in
Indian cinema
, Fahadh shared that he never really discusses acting or craft with the veteran. 'There has never been a moment where I could ask him: 'Sir, how did you do that shot?'' Fahadh admitted. Instead, he believes in learning through observation and shared presence. 'But spending time with him, I understand how he did it. I totally understand how he took a call, why he didn't do it and why he did it,' Fahadh explained.
Meanwhile, 'Maareesan' is getting good reviews from the audiences.
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