Kannada is ancient, living language, says Banu
Deepa Bhasthi, who won the accolades for the translation of the Kannada work into English, told reporters, 'This is a silly argument, any language for that matter does not get its status from how ancient the language is, and such debates are meaningless and unnecessary because all languages are important, and every language has its own status.'
Speaking at the event, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, said, 'Literature has the power to unify and it should be a tool to bring society together rather than divide it. Banu Mushtaq has elevated the global recognition of Kannada literature. Her achievement is a matter of pride for the entire Kannada speaking world.'
The CM said the state government will fund the translation of renowned Kannada literary works into English to promote the state's literary heritage. He also declared Rs 10 lakh each for Banu and Deepa Bhasthi in recognition of their contributions to literature.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Pink Villa
39 minutes ago
- Pink Villa
Thug Life Tamil Nadu Advance Booking: Kamal Haasan starrer clocks average pre-sales of Rs 8.25 crore; To rely on spot bookings
Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam's Thug Life is all set to hit theaters in a few hours. The much-awaited gangster drama has wrapped up its advance bookings in Tamil Nadu with a reasonable Rs 8.25 crore in pre-sales. This points to an opening day gross of Rs 15-16 crore in the state, landing between Retro and Amaran's start. Amaran released on a holiday so the realistic opening of that movie would have been around Rs 11-12 crore. While this points towards a decent kickoff, it falls short of the blockbuster expectations for this iconic collaboration. Here's a breakdown of Thug Life 's advance booking performance and what it means for its box office prospects. In Tamil Nadu, Thug Life has clocked presales of Rs 8.25-8.50 crore. This is stronger than recent Tamil releases like Raayan and Thangalaan, but it trails behind Kamal Haasan's own Vikram. The film's performance in key areas like Chennai, Coimbatore, and Chengalpet is driving the numbers while the mass centers are not as good as expected. Outside Tamil Nadu, the advance bookings are less impressive. Kerala's pre-sales are expected to close at Rs 60 lakh for the opening day. The Telugu states and North India are projected to add around Rs 1 crore combined, taking the all-India advance booking total to Rs 9.75-10 crore. This sets Thug Life up for a nationwide opening of Rs 19-20 crore gross, a respectable but slightly underwhelming start for a film of this scale. The absence of a Karnataka release, due to a controversy over Kamal Haasan 's remarks on the Kannada language, is a major blow, costing an estimated Rs 2-3 crore in potential revenue for the opening day. Internationally, the film is faring better if we talk on a relative basis. The good news for Thug Life is its financial safety net. The film has already recovered its costs (excluding Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam's fees) through non-theatrical deals. This reduces the pressure on theatrical earnings. However, to be a hit, Thug Life needs to gross over Rs 250 crore worldwide. Directed by Mani Ratnam, Thug Life reunites him with Kamal Haasan after their 1987 classic Nayakan. The star-studded cast, including Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, and Aishwarya Lekshmi, along with A.R. Rahman's music, adds to the hype. With no major Tamil releases competing, Thug Life has a clear run. If the action and drama deliver, this could be Kamal Haasan's next big hit.
Time of India
39 minutes ago
- Time of India
Jaideep Ahlawat and his wife Jyoti Hooda buy Rs 10 crore luxury apartment in Andheri West: Report
Bollywood actor Jaideep Ahlawat and his wife Jyoti Hooda have purchased a luxury apartment in Mumbai's upscale Andheri West locality for Rs 10 crore, as per official property registration documents reviewed by Square Yards. Located in the sought-after Poorna Apartments, the property offers a carpet area of 1,950 sq ft and a built-up area of 2,341 sq ft. The deal, registered on May 22, 2025, also includes four designated car parking spots — a premium amenity in the bustling suburb. According to data from the Inspector General of Registration (IGR), the transaction involved a stamp duty payment of Rs 60 lakh and registration charges of Rs 30,000. The actor was unavailable for a comment on this said report. Andheri West: A real estate hotspot Strategically located between Mumbai's key business and entertainment hubs, Andheri West has emerged as one of the city's most desirable neighbourhoods. With a mix of high-end residential complexes, modern offices, and entertainment centres, it continues to attract celebrities and professionals alike. Jaideep Ahlawat Unveils Dramatic Transformation: Drops 26 kg for New Movie Jaideep Ahlawat is a National School of Drama alumnus widely regarded for his intense and nuanced performances. He gained early recognition with films like Gangs of Wasseypur (2012), Raees (2017), and Raazi (2018), and earned critical acclaim for his lead role in the Amazon Prime Video series Paatal Lok (2020). Over the years, Ahlawat has established himself as one of the most versatile and respected actors in contemporary Hindi cinema. He was most recently seen in Jewel Thief alongside Saif Ali Khan , Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
an hour ago
- News18
IPL 2025: RCB Started With Vijay Mallya. But Who Owns It Today?
RCB, a part of the IPL since its launch in 2008, secured the championship after reaching the finals for the fourth time. The win not only fulfilled a long-cherished dream for star player Virat Kohli but also brought the team Rs 20 crore in prize money along with the IPL trophy. (PTI Photo) 3/8 Unlike teams with well-known celebrity owners, like Nita Ambani (Mumbai Indians), Shah Rukh Khan (Kolkata Knight Riders), and Preity Zinta (Punjab Kings), RCB's ownership remains relatively low profile. (News18 Tamil)
