Ragkamal Films International (in which Kamal Haasan is a director) has filed a petition, demanding police protection to be released. thug Life Due to opposition from Pro-Kanada organizations and Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC). Photo Credit: Thomodaran B
Slam actor Kamal Haasan for ‘insensitively speaking’ about Kannada language, BJP leader BS Yeddyurappa said that he should honor Kannada and Kannadigas with respect.
The former Chief Minister said, “Nobody is small by apologizing, nor ego makes anyone more.”
The recent statement by actor-prose and actor Hassan claimed that ‘Kannada was born out of Tamil’ during a promotional program for his upcoming film thug Life There is widespread resentment between supporters-canadian groups and cultural organizations.
Taking the X, Yeddyurappa posted: ‘Kannada is true, Kannada Is Anant’ is not only a rally of Kannadigas, but it is also a promise of Kannadigas to Maa Bhuvaneshwari, the god of Kannada.
He said, “Many senior linguistic experts have demonstrated that Kannada has not originated from any specific language. It is deeply regrettable and condemnable that artist Kamal Haasan, who is neither a historian nor a linguistist, has spoken insensitively about Kannada language,” he said.
“Their behavior, which unnecessarily disrupts peace, harmony and unity, is not correct. In the enthusiasm of expressing his opinion, he has hurt Kannadigas’ feelings of crores, and he should respectfully apologize for Kannada and Kannadigas. No one should shorten anyone, nor should anyone make anyone!” He said.
Actor Kamal Haasan refused to apologize, saying that he believes in law and justice, and his love for Karnataka is real.
Producer of Ragkamal Films International, Chennai, Kamal Haasan-Starr thug LifeOn June 2, a petition was filed before the Karnataka High Court, requesting security to ensure the smooth release of the film in the state.
The move came in response to the recent announcement by the Karnataka Film of Commerce (KFCC) that he would not allow the screening of the film in Karnataka until Kamal Haasan released a public apology for his comment, suggesting that ‘Kannada developed from Tamil’.
The film is going to hit theaters on 5 June.
Published – June 03, 2025 04:08 pm IST