Madurai, Feb. 21 -- Actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) chief Kamal Haasan on Saturday said that he is personally not participating in the negotiations between Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the alliance parties, but expressed confidence in its "unity and purpose."

His remarks come as the DMK constituted a committee to hold discussions with alliance parties regarding seat-sharing arrangements earlier today, ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections.

Asserting optimism in successful talks on his behalf, Hassan did not reveal the number of constituencies MNM will be vouching for.

"I am not involved in the negotiations; I have a responsibility. I am confident that they will carry out the negotiations on my behal...