"To Twist Into A News Item..." Lakshmi Ramakrishnan On Rumours of Affair With Kamal Haasan

Actress Lakshmi Ramakrishnan has issued a clarification over her recent comments made on the popular show 'Cook with Komali,' stating that her "love" for actor Kamal Haasan was misinterpreted and unfairly sensationalized. Her explanation, shared on social media, aims to set the record straight after a segment went viral.

Ramakrishnan explained, "I was engaged at 16 and married by 18, with no connection to the film industry until I was 42. Like many, I admired stars with fan-like enthusiasm and childlike wonder. So yes, when I met a star in person at 45 , I was genuinely star-struck. My friends teased me when he said I reminded him of his sister - it was all in good humor, and that's exactly what I shared on #CookuWithComaliSeason6 . To twist this into a news item with the wrong intrepretaion is unfair and in poor taste.

Lakshmi Ramakrishnan is currently a strong contestant on "Cook with Komali Season 6," consistently impressing chefs with her culinary skills, particularly her authentic Kerala dishes. She recently showcased her versatility by preparing a well-received non-vegetarian chicken dish for the first time.

The incident occurred during a "wedding home cooking" themed episode. During a segment where contestants garlanded cutouts of their favourite actors, Ramakrishnan chose Kamal Haasan. It was then that she recounted the statement: "I fell in love with Kamal Haasan. Once I got a chance, I went to see him in person. Then I was ready to tell him my love. Kamal Haasan also came. When I tried to tell him of love, he suddenly said that I was 'like a sister.'" This playful recounting was the basis for the widespread misinterpretation.

Lakshmy is a popular face among the Tamil TV audience. She has hosted television shows, including the reality show "Solvathellam Unmai". She is also known for her impactful supporting roles and for directing films like "Aarohanam" and "Nerungi Vaa Muthamidathe".