Priyanka Tiwari
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Legendary Indian actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan recently visited the headquarters of Perplexity AI, a global leader in artificial intelligence-powered search technology. The visit, held in San Francisco, included a thoughtful exchange with Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of the company.
A Meeting of Minds
Haasan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to Indian cinema, met Srinivas, a rising star in the AI and tech innovation world. Their conversation revolved around:
Innovation in their respective fields
The evolving nature of storytelling and search
Shared admiration for curiosity and continual learning
Kamal Haasan’s Reflections
On his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Kamal Haasan shared moments from the visit. His post read:
“From cinema to Silicon, the tools evolve—but our thirst for what’s next remains. Inspired by my visit to Perplexity HQ in San Francisco, where Indian ingenuity shines through @AravSrinivas and his brilliant team building the future—one question at a time. Curiosity didn’t kill the cat — it created @AravSrinivas and @perplexity_ai!”
From cinema to Silicon, the tools evolve—but our thirst for what’s next remains. Inspired by my visit to Perplexity HQ in San Francisco, where Indian ingenuity shines through @AravSrinivas and his brilliant team building the future—one question at a time.
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) April 10, 2025
Curiosity didn’t kill… pic.twitter.com/7Xe1WyIawC
Aravind Srinivas Responds
Aravind Srinivas also expressed his excitement and respect after meeting Haasan:
“Was great to meet and host you @ikamalhaasan at the Perplexity office! Your passion to still learn and incorporate cutting-edge technology in filmmaking is inspirational! Wish you the best for Thug Life and the future projects you are working on!”
Was great to meet and host you @ikamalhaasan at the Perplexity office! Your passion to still learn and incorporate the cutting edge technology in film making is inspirational! Wish you the best for Thug Life and future projects you are working on! pic.twitter.com/o2XjLt2PO9
— Aravind Srinivas (@AravSrinivas) April 11, 2025
Kamal Haasan’s Upcoming Film: Thug Life
Kamal Haasan is gearing up for the release of his next film, Thug Life, scheduled to hit theaters worldwide on June 5, 2025.
Directed by: Mani Ratnam
Produced by: Raaj Kamal Films International, Madras Talkies, R. Mahendran, and Siva Ananth
Cast Includes:
Kamal Haasan as Rangaraaya Sakthivel Naicker
Silambarasan TR
Trisha Krishnan
Ashok Selvan
Aishwarya Lekshmi
Joju George
Abhirami
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