Veteran actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) founder Kamal Haasan was officially sworn in as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha on Friday, July 25, marking a defining moment in his transition from cinema icon to national lawmaker. The swearing-in ceremony, held in New Delhi, represents a significant step in Haasan’s political journey, which has evolved through years of public advocacy, grassroots campaigning, and electoral efforts.
Arriving in the capital from Chennai on Thursday, Haasan took oath as part of the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), cementing MNM’s political partnership with Tamil Nadu’s ruling coalition. His nomination is seen as a calculated move by the DMK to bring Haasan’s reform-driven ideology into the broader parliamentary fold, reflecting a blend of pragmatism and progressive intent.
Known for his outspoken support of governance reform, science-based policymaking, and equitable education, Haasan has long positioned himself as a proponent of rational, inclusive politics. His entry into the Upper House is expected to bring a thoughtful and issue-focused voice to national debates. Political watchers now look forward to his maiden speech in Parliament, anticipated to carry the intellectual depth, social commitment, and clarity of thought that have come to define his public persona.
