In an open letter to Donald Trump, Kamal Haasan wrote, "We, the people of India, belong to a free and sovereign nation. In the message, the actor-politician emphasised that India is a "free and sovereign nation" that does not take orders from foreign governments. We no longer take orders from distant foreign shores," Haasan wrote, adding, "Please mind your own business to the best of your abilities. The remarks came after the United States government announced a 30-day temporary waiver allowing Indian refineries to continue purchasing Russian energy. Haasan criticised the move, arguing that India's energy and economic security should remain independent of external influence.

Source: dna March 08, 2026 12:35 UTC