(Online Desk)

Veteran actor Kamal Haasan started his political journey at Rameswaram on Wednesday. In the evening, he announced the name of his political party and launched the flag at a public meeting held at Othakadai, Madurai. 'Makkal Needhi Maiam', interestingly, means a 'forum' (and not party) that seeks justice for people.

On January 18, Kamal announced that he would launch his own political party on February 21. He then said that his party would have a Dravidian appeal and that he would be starting his political journey at the birthplace of former President APJ Abdul Kalam, at Rameswaram. Kamal describes his political journey as a journey of discovery, a journey to understand people’s needs and aspirations.

On Tuesday, Kamal Haasan came to Madurai airport on his way to Rameswaram. He was welcomed by his fans with Tharai Thappattai music. When asked why he had chosen Madurai for the debut, Kamal said, “Yaadhum Oore, Yaavarum Kelir (Every place is my hometown and everybody is my family).”