Know your limits: DK Shivakumar to Kannada activists after Thug Life ruling
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday appealed for calm and urged pro-Kannada organisations and activists to respect the Supreme Court's directions amid the ban on the release of Kamal Haasan's Tamil film Thug Life in the state.His remarks come after the Supreme Court transferred to itself a plea filed by the producer of Thug Life, and warned that mob threats cannot dictate what gets released in theatres.advertisement'In connection with the Kamal Haasan issue, we must follow the directives of the court with due respect,' Shivakumar said, responding to the Supreme Court's sharp remarks against threats to block the film's release. 'Everyone has their limitations, and I request all organisations and activists to acknowledge and stay within those limits.'
The Deputy Chief Minister stressed that while people were free to express their views, it must be done within legal and democratic boundaries.'No one should take the law into their own hands. Karnataka is known for being a peace-loving state,' he said.Highlighting Bengaluru's inclusive identity, Shivakumar said the city had welcomed all languages and cultures.'It is an international city, and everyone needs Bengaluru. Kannadigas have always been large-hearted,' he added.At the same time, he asserted that the dignity of the Kannada language must not be compromised. 'No one should attempt to undermine the self-respect of Kannada, and we too stand firmly by that. But above all, we must respect the judiciary,' he said.advertisementIn its ruling, the Supreme Court questioned the role of the High Court, especially over suggestions that the actor apologise to resolve the issue.'There is something wrong with the system when one person makes a statement and everyone gets involved. Why should the High Court say 'express an apology'? That is not its role,' the court said.It added that the people of Karnataka are free to disagree with Haasan, but fundamental rights must be protected.'If enlightened people of Karnataka and Bengaluru believe his statement was wrong, they can issue a statement saying so. Why threaten to burn down cinemas?'
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