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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam on audience calling out bad films: ‘It's 1.4 billion people, how can I satisfy all of them?'
Filmmaker Mani Ratnam and actor Kamal Haasan's highly-anticipated film Thug Life is set to hit the theatres in a few days. In an interview with SCREEN ahead of the Tamil action drama's release, the duo discussed how audiences are quick to label a film 'bad'—and why they choose to embrace differing public opinions. When asked if there's anything like a 'bad film', Ratnam replied, 'I am an audience first. If I don't like a film, it is a bad film. That's how you look at it, you can't pretend it's not there. But as a maker, what you try to do is put your best in front. You try to make a good film. You want it to be a hit, but you also want it to be sensible, intelligent, engaging, and logical. So, that's what you try to do.' The filmmaker added that it's important to accept the audience's diverse opinions. 'It's true for any art, isn't it? Art is something that reaches you individually. It's your perspective. You have to anticipate and accept the diversity in views.' ALSO READ | Mani Ratnam responds to Anurag Kashyap's complaints about excessive use of English in Tamil songs: 'Sometimes you need a Sugar Baby' While Kamal Haasan agreed with Mani Ratnam's point of view, he also mentioned that it isn't possible to satisfy the entire population. 'It's a cooperative effort. This is the most democratic art I've ever known. That's why we give the choice to people of liking or not liking our film. We only hope the demography of those who like is slightly bigger at least. Because it's 1.4 billion people, how can I satisfy all of them?' he expressed. In other news, Haasan has sparked controversy with his 'Kannada was born out of Tamil' remark. Several groups, including the Kannada Rakshana Vedike, and politicians have demanded a public apology and threatened to ban the release of his film Thug Life in Karnataka. However, Kamal has refused to apologise, stating he doesn't believe he said anything wrong. Besides Kamal Haasan, Thug Life features an ensemble cast, including, Silambarasan, Trisha, Ashok Selvan, Joju George, Nasser, Abhirami, and Aishwarya Lekshmi, with a musical score by AR Rahman. The film is set to hit the theatres on June 5.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kamal Haasan's Effigy Burnt In Bengaluru Over Kannada Remark Controversy
Last Updated: Kamal Haasan refused to apologize for his 'Kannada is born out of Tamil' statement, causing protests by pro-Kannada groups who demand an apology and threaten to ban his film. Kamal Haasan has refused to apologise for his 'Kannada is born out of Tamil' statement, leading several pro-Kannada groups protesting against the actor in Karnataka. Groups like Kannada Rakshana Vedike and some politicians have asked Kamal Haasan to apologise publicly. They have also warned that they might stop his upcoming film Thug Life from releasing in Karnataka. And now, several videos and photos have appeared online showing members of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike burning Kamal Haasan's effigy and posters in different parts of the state. The protests are aimed at expressing anger over his controversial statement, with demands to ban his latest film Thug Life in Karnataka. The situation became more intense when Kamal Haasan, at a different event, refused to apologise. He said, 'Love will never apologise. I will apologise only if I am wrong, if not, I will not. This is my lifestyle, please don't tamper with it. India is a democratic country, and I believe in law and justice." On Saturday, pro-Kannada groups, led by Lok Sabha MP LR Shivarame Gowda and other activists, visited many movie theaters in the city, asking them not to show Thug Life. Karnataka Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi stated that Kamal Haasan's films would be banned in the state if the actor does not apologise for his remarks about the Kannada language. He added that this decision was made by the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC). In the meantime, KFCC president M Narasimhalu shared that theatre owners and film distributors have chosen on their own not to show Kamal Haasan's movie unless he says sorry. 'I have written a letter, After that, the film chamber of commerce has also taken a good decision and held a press meet yesterday saying that if he doesn't apologise in two days his film will be banned. I extend my compliments to the film chamber of commerce as the Minister for Kannada and Culture," Tangadagi said. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, he said that no matter how famous someone is, speaking against Kannada, Kannadigas, or Karnataka's land and water will not be accepted. He added that Kamal Haasan must apologise, or else, as decided by the film chamber of commerce, his films will be banned. 'We will not allow it, if he doesn't apologise. He should apologise. Any light comment against Kannada will not be tolerated. If he doesn't apologise, we will take our decision," he added. When asked if Kamal Haasan's films would be banned if he didn't apologise, Tangadagi replied, 'Yes." Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, is set to release on June 5. First Published: June 01, 2025, 10:12 IST
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First Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Kamal Haasan finds support in South Indian Artistes Association amid his 'Kannada was born out of Tamil remark': 'To question his integrity...'
'When the legendary Dr Rajkumar was abducted, Kamal Haasan was among the first voices to speak out and call for his release,' the statement read read more Kamal Haasan is gearing up for the release of his film Thug Life with Mani Ratnam. During the promotional events, the veteran said something that has not gone down well with many people and it invited a lot of backlash. And now a complaint has been filed against him for his controversial remark. What did the actor say? At the event, Kamal Haasan began his speech by saying, 'Uyire Urave Tamizhe', meaning 'my life and my family is Tamil language'. He went on to add, '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 is Tamil'. Your language (Kannada) was born out of Tamil. So you are included in that line.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The actor has now found support in South Indian Artistes Association who have released a statement. 'When the legendary Dr Rajkumar was abducted, Kamal Haasan was among the first voices to speak out and call for his release,' it read. The statement added, 'Kamal Haasan is a legendary artist who has transcended the barriers of caste, religion, race, and language to dedicate his life to the service of art. To question his integrity is to insult decades of cultural unity and artistic excellence.' Kamal Hassan invites backlash for his remark This comment garnered severe criticism from pro-Kannada groups as Praveen Shetty, the leader of Kannada Rakshana Vedike said, ' said Tamil is better than Kannada and Kannada only after Tamil was born. We are warning Kamal, you need business in Karnataka? And yet insulting Kannada.'
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kamal Haasan's effigy burnt in Bengaluru, Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce threatens Thug Life release
Kamal Haasan's comment on the root of Kannada language has ignited a huge controversy. Associations like Kannada Rakshana Vedike and various politicians have demanded a public apology and threatened to ban the release of his upcoming film Thug Life in Karnataka. Videos of members of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike burning Kamal's effigy and posters in different parts of the state have also surfaced online. The controversy got even bigger when Kamal, at another event, refused to issue an apology and said, 'Love will never apologise. I will apologise only if I am wrong, if not, I will not.' #Bengaluru #Karnataka #kannadalanguage #Thuglife #KamalHaasan #Kannada — K MURALI KUMAR (@photomurali1) May 30, 2025 Kamal Haasan's 'no apology' statement irked minister Shivaraj Tangadagi as he immediately wrote to KFCC (Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce). In his letter, the minister wrote, 'If Tamil film actor Kamal Haasan does not apologise to the people of the state/Kannadigas, the films in which he has acted should be immediately banned in Karnataka.' While speaking to ANI, KFCC president M Narasimhalu said that people in Karnataka are upset with the veteran actor for his comment. He said, 'People of Karnataka are angry with Kamal Haasan. We have also sent a message to the South Film Chamber. The distributors have decided that if he does not apologise before the release of his film on the 5th, it will not be allowed to release here'. The backlash also extended to Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar as he was also present at the event. ALSO READ | Kamal Haasan: 'My love for Karnataka is true, won't apologise' The controversy intensified when Shiva Rajkumar spoke in Kamal Haasan's support. At another event he said, 'I am a huge fan of Kamal sir. People may ask why should I admire someone else when I have my own father (Dr Rajkumar) to look up to. My father is family while I have great respect for Kamal sir. I am inspired by him. Kamal sir knows what he has said, and he will give an appropriate response.' Shiva Rajkumar's statement angered many of his fans, who reached outside his home in protest. Visuals of people throwing stones outside his home have also surfaced online. ಇದು ಇದು actualy ಚನ್ನಾಗಿರೋದು 👏💥 ಕ್ಷಮೆ ಕೇಳಿಲ್ಲ ಅಂದ್ರೆ ನೆಸ್ಟ್ ಮನೆಗೆ ನುಗ್ಗಿ ಹೊಡೀತೀವಿ Be careful ಶಿವಣ್ಣ🤫#Kfi #BanThugLifeInKarnataka #KamalHaasan #ShivaRajkumar #PuneethRajkumar #Kannada #ThugLife — ರವಿ ಬೆಳಗೆರೆ (@RaviBelagere_) May 31, 2025 Meanwhile, Kannada actor Ramya aka Divya Spandana also spoke about the issue and said that calling for a ban was an overreaction. She told NDTV, 'I think Kamal sir has made a factually incorrect statement. Kannada is not derived from Tamil. All South languages come under the same umbrella. Nobody is superior. But, having said that it is bit much boycotting his film. We are all adults and should engage in constructive conversation. We as South Indians have a bigger problem to deal with. We need to battle the Hindi imposition.' She added, 'Kamal sir should just say sorry and move on. However, I am against the ban. You can't force anyone to apologise.' Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, is slated for a theatrical release on June 5.
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First Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
SHOCKING! Kamal Haasan lands in trouble as complaint filed against the actor for his 'Kannada was born out of Tamil' remark- Decoding the case
During the promotional events, the veteran said something that has not gone down well with many people and it invited a lot of backlash read more Kamal Haasan is gearing up for the release of his film Thug Life with Mani Ratnam. During the promotional events, the veteran said something that has not gone down well with many people and it invited a lot of backlash. And now a complaint has been filed against Haasan for his controversial remark. What did the actor say? At the event, Kamal Hassan began his speech by saying, 'Uyire Urave Tamizhe', meaning 'my life and my family is Tamil language'. He went on to add, '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 is Tamil'. Your language (Kannada) was born out of Tamil. So you are included in that line.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Haasan invites backlash for his remark This comment garnered severe criticism from pro-Kannada groups as Praveen Shetty, the leader of Kannada Rakshana Vedike said, 'Kamal Haasan said Tamil is better than Kannada and Kannada only after Tamil was born. We are warning Kamal, you need business in Karnataka? And yet insulting Kannada.' Complaint filed In the complaint, KRV president Praveen Shetty has described the statement made by the actor as unlawful. He also said it tries to disrupt the harmony between the two states. The complaint has been filed at the RM Nagar Police Station in Bengaluru. A FIR may be registered and legal action may follow. More updates about the case are awaited. Actor refuses to apologise The actor said, 'I will not apologise for something I said out of love.' 'Politicians are not qualified on talking about language issues, and that includes me,' the 70-year-old actor added.'
