India, July 10 -- Kamal Haasan is regarded as one of India's most influential actors, known for constantly reinventing himself and pushing creative boundaries. Alongside his celebrated film career, he has frequently shared thoughtful insights on ambition, resilience and lifelong learning, making his words relevant both on and off the screen.

In a May 2025 interview with The New Indian Express, Kamal said, "Once you climb Everest, don't stay on top because there is no place to stay. Then you will cling on to it and won't let anyone else climb it." (Also read: Quote of the day by Vidya Balan: 'It took me years to realise that my body is not my enemy')

At its core, Kamal's quote is about embracing growth over attachment. Reaching the pinna...