**Kamal Haasan Sworn in as Rajya Sabha MP: A New Chapter in Politics**
Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan officially entered the parliamentary arena on Friday, taking his oath as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, conducted in Tamil. Prior to the swearing-in ceremony, Haasan expressed his commitment to his duties as an Indian citizen, stating, “I’m going to swear-in and register my name. As an Indian, I will do my duty.”
Elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha in June, Haasan received backing from the DMK-led alliance. His party, Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM), aligned with the DMK ahead of the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections, presenting him with the option to either contest a Lok Sabha seat or accept a Rajya Sabha nomination. He opted for the latter, despite his party’s full support for the DMK-Congress alliance during the general elections.
Interestingly, Haasan founded MNM in 2018 as a non-Dravidian alternative to the DMK and AIADMK. However, in recent years, he has moderated his stance, collaborating with the DMK and emphasizing that this shift was motivated by “national interest rather than personal political gain.”
Earlier this year, during MNM’s eighth founding day celebrations in Chennai, Haasan hinted at his parliamentary debut, stating, “This year, our voice will be heard in Parliament. Next year, your voice will be heard in the State Assembly.”
As Kamal Haasan embarks on this new political journey, his role in the Rajya Sabha is anticipated to influence the political landscape in Tamil Nadu and beyond.
**FAQ**
**Q: What is Kamal Haasan’s political background?**
A: Kamal Haasan is an actor and politician who founded the Makkal Needhi Maiam party in 2018 and has recently allied with the DMK for the 2024 elections.
