MNM chief Kamal Haasan while on a campaign for his party was asked whether he is open to having an alliance with Rajinikanth. He responded saying "We are just a phone call away. If our ideology is similar and if it benefits the people, we are ready to set aside our ego and co-operate with each other", as reported by news agency ANI.
Previously as well, Kamal Haasan had expressed his willingness to have a political alliance if a common ideological ground can be established between the parties for the welfare of Tamil Nadu.
Despite being pitted against each other, both legendary superstars share a great bond of friendship. However, on political issues, they are often seen holding contrary positions.
With respect to ideologies, Haasan's party Makkal Needhi Maiam states to follow the path of 'centrism' as is reflected in the party name that translates to 'People's centre for justice', Maiam denoting 'centre'.
Rajinikanth, on the other hand, is yet to announce a proper structure for his party. However, while announcing his arrival back in 2017, he had termed his brand of politics to be of 'spiritual' in nature. Over the past few years, the actor's leanings towards the BJP have been speculated while reports of the saffron party trying to woo him keep surfacing.
Meanwhile, kickstarting the campaign for Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2021, Kamal Haasan began the first phase for the party's roadshow on December 13, which will conclude on December 16. During this four-day campaign, Haasan is expected to cover Madurai, Theni, Dindigul, Virudhunagar, Tirunelveli, Tuticorin and Kanniyakumari districts.
(With Agency Input)
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