New Delhi: Actor Kamal Haasan has shared his response to the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC), as the film Union Body has decided to ban the release of his film ‘Thug Life’ in Karnataka, which is amidst controversy arising out of his “Kannada’s Kannada’s Tamil” comments.
In a letter addressed to the chairman of KFC, Kamal Haasan said that his statement about Kannada language at his film ‘Thug Life’ audio launch in Chennai has been “misunderstood” because he claims that he is a veteran Dr. Dr. “Out of real affection” for the prince’s family.
“I accept your letter 30/05/2025 dated letters. With deep respect for the people of Karnataka, I present the following with honesty. It hurts me that the thug life audio launches my statement at the launch – Dr. Rajkumar’s family has been spoken with real affection, especially the same word, which has been misunderstood by everyone. Family and any kind of Kannad have not been misunderstood.”
The ‘Thug Jeevan’ actor said that he loves all languages ​​and “respect” for the love of Kannadigs for his language.
“There is no dispute or debate on the rich heritage of Kannada language. Like Tamil, Kannada has a glorious literary and cultural tradition, which I have praised for a long time. During my career, I have nurtured the heat and affection for me extended by the Kannada-box community, and I love this with a clear discretion and faith.
She reiterated her love for different languages ​​and wrote, “My bond with Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam- and are following all the languages ​​of this land and are heartfelt. I always stand for the same dignity of all Indian languages ​​and remain in opposition to any other language dominance, such as the abuses of the Union of India are reduced.”
He further wrote that he only knows and speaks the “language of cinema” because he believes that it is a “universal language” that only knows the way of “love and relationship”.
“I know and speak the language of cinema. Cinema is a universal language that only knows love and relationship. My statement was only to establish that bond and unity among us.
He continued, “Cinema should remain a bridge among the people – never a wall that divides them. It was my statement, and I have never lived nor want to give any place for public disturbance and enmity. Our mutual love and respect.”
Meanwhile, the Karnataka High Court on Tuesday began listening to petitions seeking direction to officers including the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce, not to take any measures-to avoid screening and releasing the film ‘Thug Life’, which is scheduled to release in Karnataka.
