God gave me an actor's role; I have done that well. God gave me now a political role, and I am 100 per cent sure I will perform that well.
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I grew as an actor just by watching Kamal Haasan acting. I had the good fortune of being able to observe Kamal Haasan from close quarters.
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What this quote means
Rajinikanth reflects on how observing Kamal Haasan's acting helped him grow as an actor.
In this quote, Rajinikanth expresses his admiration for Kamal Haasan and how his exceptional talent and performance had a significant influence on Rajinikanth's own development as an actor. The ability to learn from observing a master in the field emphasizes the importance of mentorship and the impact that great artists can have on one another.
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ActingMentorInfluenceObservationGrowth
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This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of mentorship in the arts.
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