Actor Kamal Haasan is receiving praise online after choosing to fly economy while travelling to the shoot of the Kalki 2898 AD sequel. He is filming the much-awaited follow-up for director Nag Ashwin, and his travel choice has become a talking point on social media.<\/p>\n
Production house Vyjayanthi Movies shared a photo of Kamal Haasan inside the flight on X, and in the picture, the veteran star is seated in economy class, using his phone during the journey.<\/p>\n
Sharing the image, the makers wrote, \u201cMr. @ikamalhaasan choosing to let go of private charters and luxury travel to take an economy flight and head straight to the shoot sets, at a time when the industry is navigating tough realities, this says everything about the legend he is. A first step towards greater things to happen in cinema.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr. @ikamalhaasan<\/a> choosing to let go of private charters and luxury travel to take an economy flight and head straight to the shoot sets, at a time when the industry is navigating tough realities, this says everything about the legend he is.<\/p>\n A first step towards greater things\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/1bzVYc6igg<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Vyjayanthi Movies (@VyjayanthiFilms) May 18, 2026<\/a> <\/p>\n The post quickly grabbed attention online, especially because it came just days after Kamal Haasan spoke openly about rising expenses in the film industry. In a note shared earlier, the actor urged filmmakers and production houses to focus on cutting unnecessary costs instead of putting pressure on workers.<\/p>\n He wrote, \u201cThe burden cannot fall on those who labour the hardest. The correction we need is elsewhere: in avoidable waste, poor planning, inflated entourage culture, unnecessary foreign travel, production delays, and the growing disconnect between spending and purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n Vyjayanthi Movies had also reacted to his statement at the time. Reposting his note, the production house wrote, \u201cIncredible man. Incredible words. At a crucial time for the cinema industry, Mr. @ikamalhaasan is among the first to step forward and speak about responsible measures to control costs and protect the future of cinema. Truly appreciate it, sir.\u201d<\/p>\n Incredible man. Incredible words. \u2014 Vyjayanthi Movies (@VyjayanthiFilms) May 15, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Released in 2024, Kalki 2898 AD featured an ensemble cast including Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone alongside Kamal Haasan, who played the antagonist in the sci-fi film.<\/p>\n However, Deepika Padukone will not return for the sequel. Last year, the makers shared a note on X confirming her exit from the franchise. Later, a source close to NDTV<\/a> revealed the reason behind the decision. According to the source, \u201cDeepika Padukone wanted a 25 percent increase in her acting fee compared to what she earned for the first part of the film. Additionally, she insisted on limiting her daily shooting schedule to a 7-hour shift.\u201d<\/p>\n Coming back to Kamal Haasan, he is also set to appear in a film alongside Rajinikanth. The project will be directed by Nelson Dilipkumar.<\/p>\n ALSO READ:\u00a0Kamal Haasan Was Paid 2 Million Dollars Per Day For Kalki 2898 AD Shoot, Claims Director Yugi<\/a><\/p>\n
At a crucial time for the cinema industry, Mr. @ikamalhaasan<\/a> is among the first to step forward and speak about responsible measures to control costs and protect the future of cinema. Truly appreciate it, sir. ???????? https:\/\/t.co\/4MJI4ZY2Jk<\/a><\/p>\n