Veteran South Indian actress Rekha Harris, known for her debut in ‘Kadalora Kavithaigal’ and acclaimed role in ‘Punnagai Mannan’ opposite Kamal Haasan, addressed long-standing controversy surrounding a kissing scene in the latter film during a 2019 interview with The News Minute.
Rekha, reflecting on the controversial kiss reportedly performed without her explicit consent, expressed no resentment towards Kamal Haasan or the director, K Balachander. She acknowledged the director’s request for the scene and understood its narrative significance upon seeing it on screen. In her statement, she emphasized her reluctance to harbor grievances or seek apologies, declaring the issue resolved and firmly closed.
The actress, buoyed by the positive reception of ‘Punnagai Mannan’, credited the film for bolstering her career and leading to subsequent roles. While she affirmed her commitment to her principles regarding romantic scenes, Rekha expressed satisfaction with her journey in the industry and signaled her intention to move forward without revisiting past controversies.
