“Politics is not my cup of tea. I want to remain an actor always. I enjoy the freedom I have in this profession. In politics, a lot of people depend on you and it’s not easy. Also, it’s not a subject that I know a lot about. I have no inclination whatsoever,” Mohanlal was quoted by The Times of India.
The national award winner’s clarification comes following a statement by BJP Kerala state unit general secretary MT Ramesh, who said that the party was ready to let him contest from any seat of his choice.
BJP MLA O Rajagopal, had reportedly said that they are pursuing the actor to contest from the Thiruvananthapuram constituency.
The legendary south star was among the list of prominent personalities who were named for the conferment of Padma awards. The actor in his 40-year career has worked across Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada films.
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He dedicated his Padma Bhushan honour to all the people who have contributed in his illustrious journey in films.
Mohanlal made his acting debut in 1978 with the film "Thiranottam" and will next been seen in Prithviraj Sukumaran's directorial debut "Lucifer" and Priyadarshan's "Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham".