As superstar Kamal Haasan ringed in his 70th birthday today, several celebrities including Mohanlal, Sivakarthikeyan, and others extended heartfelt wishes on social media to make the day even more special. Actor Mohanlal wished Kamal Haasan and wrote, "Happy Birthday, dear Kamal Haasan sir! May this year bring you even greater success and joy as you continue sharing your artistry, creativity, and dedication with the world. @ikamalhaasan" ‘Thug Life’: Kamal Haasan Unveils First Look and Announces Release Date for Upcoming Film on His 70th Birthday (View Poster).

Actor and singer Sivakarthikeyan also extended his best wishes to the legendary star and called him "commanding officer" for the biographical action war film, Amaran.

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"Wishing the commanding officer of #Amaran, @ikamalhaasan..sir, a great birthday. Thank you for this great movie sir"

Actress and film producer Radikaa Sarathkumar wished Kamal Haasan and wrote, "Happy birthday to the one and only @ikamalhaasan wishing you nothing but the best of good health, success and happiness.."

Taking to X, actor Mammootty shared a picture of the 'Vikram' actor and wrote, "Happy Birthday Dear @ikamalhaasan..Wishing you another successful year filled with joy, prosperity and good health"

"Happy birthday to my dear friend @ikamalhaasan. A true icon of cinema and a passionate advocate for secular and democratic values, Kamal has carved a unique space in our hearts through his art and public interventions. His admiration for Kerala and Keralites inspiring. Wishing him joy for the life ahead," wrote Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan in his special birthday wish for the superstar.

Actor and politician Khushbu Sundar also shared her birthday wishes for him, "Happiest birthday to my dearest loveliest the bestest [?]@ikamalhaasan Sir. Sending tons and tons of love."

His daughter Aksharaa Haasan wished her father with a sweet birthday wish, "Happiest Happy birthday dearest bapuji. @ikamalhaasan..Thank you for being the Rockstar father you are and a friend too. I'm glad I get to have the back of a Gentleman like you," she wrote.

Meanwhile, talking about his work front, Kamal Haasan is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film with Mani Ratnam titled Thug Life. The release date for Kamal Haasan's much-anticipated film Thug Life has finally been announced on the actor's birthday on Thursday.

The makers unveiled a teaser of the film. Along with this, they confirmed that the film will hit theatres on June 5, 2025.

The film is touted as a gangster drama. Thug Life is directed by Mani Ratnam and co-produced by Raaj Kamal Films International and Madras Talkies. The film stars Jayam Ravi, Trisha, Abhirami, and Nasser. The film's music was composed by AR Rahman.

Last year, ahead of Kamal Haasan's birthday, the makers unveiled the title of the film. On Instagram, the film's production house Raaj Kamal Films International treated fans to an intriguing title announcement video. Kamal Haasan Birthday: From ‘Kanmani Anbodu Kadhalan’ to ‘Pathala Pathala’ – Hit Tamil Songs Crooned by ‘Ulaganayagan’.

They captioned the post, "A NEW NAME, A NEW HISTORY!#ThugLife. #KH234 #Ulaganayagan #KamalHaasan #HBDKamalSir #HBDUlaganayagan." The video features Kamal Haasan in a never-seen-before avatar. In the video, he can be seen standing in a bleak, hazy landscape while wrapped in a rough cloak. He is being chased by few men and they could be seen approaching him. Then, camera pans across Kamal's face, revealing his full look included a heavy moustache and beard.

After working in Nayakan, Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam are reuniting for this film.