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Kamal Haasan’s personal life has always fascinated his fans. While they admire his acting, writing, and film choices, his relationships have also been in the spotlight. He was married twice and had a live-in relationship for over 13 years. Though linked to many actresses, he has only acknowledged his relationship with Srividya.
Kamal Haasan and Srividya’s Love Story
Kamal Haasan and Srividya fell in love in the early 1970s when they were both beginning their film careers. However, their relationship didn’t last, and they eventually parted ways, leaving them heartbroken. It was reportedly their first serious relationship, and its impact was so deep that neither found lasting love afterward.
Srividya once opened up about her relationship with Kamal Haasan, sharing how their breakup left her emotionally scarred. In a conversation with Kairali TV, she revealed that they were deeply in love, and their families, along with the entire film industry, were aware of their relationship. Initially, she felt lost and believed her life was over. She also mentioned that Kamal’s father treated her like family, but as Kamal’s career took off, things began to change.
The Reason Behind Their Breakup
Srividya also shared what led to their breakup. Kamal Haasan wanted her to wait, but she wasn’t willing to delay marriage any longer. She respected their families' wishes and didn’t want to go against them. However, Kamal was upset and asked if that was her final decision.
Later, he visited her home, where her mother shared her thoughts. She advised them to wait for a few more years, emphasizing that they were both young and had promising careers ahead. She believed they might meet other people in the future and shouldn’t rush into marriage at 22. Srividya admitted that her mother was right.
The End of Their Relationship
Kamal Haasan was furious after hearing Srividya’s mother’s advice and left immediately. This marked the end of their relationship. Soon after, he married
Vani Ganapathy
, leaving Srividya heartbroken. She admitted feeling like a failure and wondering what Vani had that she didn’t. Though they never became close friends again, Kamal and Srividya remained cordial.
Kamal Haasan’s Reflection on Their Relationship
Kamal Haasan reflected on his relationship with Srividya during an appearance on Koffee with DD on Vijay TV. When shown a still from their 1975 film Apoorva Raagangal, he recalled their time together. He admitted that their love story remains in his heart, emphasizing that a relationship doesn’t need marriage to be meaningful.
After her breakup with Kamal Haasan, Srividya briefly dated Bharathan before falling for assistant director George Thomas. They married in 1978 after her baptism, but financial struggles forced her back to acting. Realizing her mistake, their marriage ended in a bitter divorce in 1980.
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