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News18
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
BJP Ally JDS Demands Ban On Kamal Haasan's Thug Life In Karnataka Amid Kannada Remark Row
Last Updated: JD(S) demanded a ban on Kamal Haasan's "Thug Life" in Karnataka, accusing him of hurting Kannadigas' pride by linking Kannada's origins to Tamil. Amid the Kannada remark row, the Janata Dal (Secular) on Thursday demanded that the Karnataka government should impose a ban on the film 'Thug Life", by actor Kamal Hasan, saying that the actor has 'hurt the self-esteem of Kannadigas". This comes after Kamal Hasan landed in a controversy while attending the Thug Life audio launch event in Chennai, where he made a statement linking the origins of the Kannada language to Tamil. In a post on X, the JD(S) said that, 'The film by this language offender, who made childish and arrogant statements about the origin of the Kannada language, is set to release in the state on June 5. No permission should be granted for the screening of this film under any circumstances, and Kamal Haasan must be taught a lesson." The party emphasised that the state government must send a warning to those who speak against Kannada land and language, affirming that we stand for the Kannada language. While urging the government to 'teach a lesson" to the South actor, the JD(S) said, 'Kannadigas are tolerant. However, they will not tolerate any harm to their self-respect regarding Kannada land, language, culture, or heritage. The government will punish those who speak lightly against Kannada." Kamal Hasan had said, 'Actor Shivarajkumar is my family living in another state. That's why he is here. That's why when I started my speech, I said 'my life and my family are Tamil'. Your language (Kannada) was born out of Tamil. So you are included in that line." Haasan is currently gearing up for the release of Thug Life. The film follows the tale of Rangaraaya Sakthivel, a merciless gang leader portrayed by Kamal Haasan, and his brother Manickam. After a fierce confrontation, Sakthivel saves a young boy named Amaran and raises him like his own son. However, when an assassination attempt is made on Sakthivel, suspicion falls on Amaran, setting off a gripping story of revenge and shifting loyalties. First Published: May 29, 2025, 13:06 IST
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Cong gains majority in Manmul board, court halts VP result
Mandya: Congress gained an upper hand in the JD(S) stronghold of Mandya as its supporter Shivakumar , was elected unopposed as the president of Mandya District Co-operative Milk Producers' Union (Manmul). However, the election for the post of vice president was halted as JD(S) approached the high court. Two candidates, Krishnegowda from Congress and Raghunandan from JD(S), contested the polls. Although the election process was conducted, the result is awaited as JD(S) brought a stay from the high court. The stay was granted in response to a petition challenging Krishnegowda's election during the polls to elect the director of Manmul. As the case remains under judicial consideration, the returning officer withheld further processes, including the counting of votes. Despite the legal uncertainties, both Shivakumar and Krishnegowda will continue serving as directors until the court delivers its final verdict. In a twist to what was expected to be a straightforward victory for Congress-backed candidates, the JD(S) fielded a last-minute nomination, turning the vice president race into an unexpected contest. Initial expectations were that Congress candidates would be elected unopposed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Click Here - This Might Save You From Losing Money Expertinspector Click Here Undo Additional DC also confirmed the stay. Manmul board elections was held on Feb 2, for the 12 director posts. Of these, six were won by Congress-backed candidates, three by JD(S), and one by a BJP-supported candidate. Additionally, two JD(S) rebels—K Ravi and MB Harish from KR Pete taluk, have since pledged support to Congress, effectively raising the Congress-aligned tally to eight. Alongside the 12 elected directors, five other members hold voting rights: one nominated director (RN Vishwas from Malavalli) and representatives from the registrar of co-operative societies, Karnataka milk federation, department of animal husbandry, and the national dairy development board. These officials typically align with the ruling party, further boosting Congress' influence to a 13-member majority on the board. Mandya district minister N Cheluvarayaswamy spearheaded the Congress campaign in the region, particularly in his home constituency of Nagamangala, where Congress candidates won both director seats. On Thursday, a key strategy meeting in Bengaluru, led by district Congress committee president CD Gangadhar and Cheluvarayaswamy finalised Shivakumar and Krishnegowda as candidates for the top posts. Meanwhile, Congress supporters began celebrations following the unofficial results. The festivities were led by local MLA Ravikumar, even though the leadership change awaits formal confirmation due to the ongoing court case.
Deccan Herald
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Flying a few planes is not the solution to killing of 26 men: Karnataka Congress MLA
The Opposition BJP and JD(S) slammed the Congress lawmaker for 'insulting' the Indian armed forces.
