Kamal Haasan Visits Perplexity HQ, Meets CEO Aravind to Discuss AI in Filmmaking

Veteran actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan visited the headquarters of Perplexity AI in San Francisco this week, where he met co-founder and CEO Aravind Srinivas. The meeting focused on the role of emerging technologies in creative industries, particularly filmmaking.

Haasan shared the experience in a post on X, and wrote, “From cinema to Silicon, the tools evolve—but our thirst for what’s next remains.” He added that he was inspired by his visit to Perplexity HQ and acknowledged the contributions of Indian talent, referring to Srinivas and his team as “brilliant”.

“[It] was great to meet and host you at the Perplexity office! Your passion to still learn and incorporate the cutting-edge technology in filmmaking is inspirational,” Srinivas responded on X.

Haasan is known for blending technology with cinema throughout his career. Highlighting his interest in innovation and continuous learning, he wrote, “Curiosity didn’t kill the cat—it created Aravind Srinivas and Perplexity AI.”

Last year, Haasan enrolled in a 90-day crash course on artificial intelligence at a leading US institution. At 69, he continues to explore how new technology can reshape storytelling in Indian cinema. 

Despite his busy schedule, Haasan’s engagement with AI is likely to influence his upcoming projects. “I have a deep interest in new technology, and you can often see my films experimenting with the latest technological developments,” Haasan said in an interview in Abu Dhabi last year.

“Cinema is my life. All my earnings have gone back into my films by various means. I’m not merely an actor, but a producer too, and I reinvest everything I earn from movies into the industry,” he added.Haasan is involved in multiple high-profile projects, including Thug Life with director Mani Ratnam, Indian 3, a collaboration with action director duo Anbariv, and the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD.