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News18
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shiva Rajkumar, Prashanth Neel And Kiccha Sudeep Celebrate RCB's Maiden IPL Title
Last Updated: Prashanth Neel, Shiva Rajkumar, and other celebrities celebrated as Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title. Ace director Prashanth Neel and Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar were among scores of film celebrities, who expressed their joy late on Tuesday night, as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their maiden IPL title, defeating the Punjab Kings in an intensely fought match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Gujarat. Shiva Rajkumar, who had earlier in the day posted a video encouraging the Royal Challengers Bangalore, wrote, 'The Champions of Heart are now the owners of the cup. Congratulations @ #PlayBold" soon after the team won the title. Actor Kiccha Sudeep too took to his X timeline to share his joy over RCB winning the title. He wrote, 'The long wait is finally over! After years of passion, perseverance, and belief, RCB lifts the IPL trophy! What a moment for every, every, every, every RCB fan." But it was director Prashanth Neel's celebration that caught the eye of netizens. A video clip doing the rounds on social media showed Prashanth Neel intently watching the match on a giant screen. As soon as RCB emerged victorious, the director was unable to contain his excitement and happiness and broke into a joyful dance. Actress Vedhika, who posted a picture of herself cheering for RCB at the stadium, wrote, 'Ee Sala cup Namde. Congratulations #RCB Champions! @RCBTweets @imVkohli#TeamRCB." Telugu actor Sai Dharam Tej took to X to congratulate the fans of the franchise. He wrote, 'Trolled many a times, put down many a times, pushed aside many a times, Given up many a times. All this and still they went ahead and put up a magnificent show and the most important part is that they didn't give up, the only thing they did was NEVER GIVE UP. The team strived for years to deserve this victory. Congratulations @RCBTweets you deserve every bit of it. And to all the loyal fans you can thump your chest and proudly say #EeSalaCupNamde." First Published:
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shiva Rajkumar joins RCB celebrations with emotional tribute after 18-year IPL wait ends
Picture Credit: Instagram Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar expressed his immense joy and pride after Virat Kohil's team Royal Challengers Bangalore were crowned champions last night for the first time, ending an 18-year wait that had been filled with hope and heartbreak for fans. The victory was celebrated across the nation, with stars from the entertainment industry and cricket enthusiasts sharing their happiness on social media. On Instagram Shiva Rajkumar posted a heartfelt message filled with emotion, using 17 heart emojis followed by an 18th heart accompanied by a trophy emoji. His post showed the deep love and passion RCB fans have held for their team over the years. He called RCB the "Champions of Heart". He tweeted, " ( + ) The Champions of Heart are now the owners of the cup. Congratulations" In other news, Shiva Rajkumar and Tamil legend Kamal Haasan have recently been at the center of a heated controversy surrounding Kamal Haasan's remarks about the Kannada language. The 'Indian' actor's statement at an event that "Kannada was born out of Tamil", has led to a widespread backlash in Karnataka. Initially, Shiva Rajkumar came to Kamal Haasan's defense, calling him a long-time inspiration and expressing admiration for his contributions to cinema and Kannada culture. However, just days later, Shiva Rajkumar changed his stance. In a recent statement, he admitted that he did not fully understand Kamal Haasan's remark at the time and, upon reviewing the video later, acknowledged that the comment was inappropriate. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Durable Perforated Stainless Steel Sheets Online – Trusted Suppliers Stainless Steel Sheets | Search ADS Search Now Undo Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan has stood firm, refusing to apologize for his statement, insisting that his words were spoken out of affection and based on historical linguistic studies. On the other hand, Shiva Rajkumar has multiple films in his pipeline, he will be seen in the upcoming Ram Charan starrer 'Peddi'. 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 .
United News of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- United News of India
Kamal rejects language supremacy in letter to KFCC
Bengaluru, June 3 (UNI) Veteran actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan on Tuesday responded to the ongoing controversy surrounding his remarks at the Thug Life audio launch, asserting that he holds all Indian languages in equal esteem and rejecting any notion of linguistic hierarchy. In a letter addressed to Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce President Narasimhalu, Haasan said his comments were born of affection and unity, not meant to cause hurt or diminish Kannada. "My bond with Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and all languages of this land is abiding and heartfelt," Haasan wrote. "I have always stood for the equal dignity of all Indian languages and remain opposed to the dominance of any one language over another." The remark, viewed by some as a veiled counter to regional language pride movements, is expected to stir further reaction from Kannada linguistic organisations that have long championed Kannada's primacy in Karnataka's cultural space. Haasan explained that his contentious statement during the event — in the presence of Shiva Rajkumar — was spoken out of "genuine affection for the legendary Dr Rajkumar's family" and aimed at establishing a sense of unity. "It pains me that my words have been misunderstood and taken out of context," he said, adding that there was "no dispute or debate on the rich legacy of the Kannada language." While reaffirming his admiration for Kannada's literary and cultural tradition, Haasan recalled the warmth he has consistently received from the Kannada-speaking public over the years. "My love for the language is genuine, and I have great respect for the love that Kannadigas have for their mother tongue," he wrote. Touching upon the controversy that involved senior actor Shiva Rajkumar, who had shared the stage with Haasan during the event, the latter expressed regret that the incident caused him embarrassment. "I really regret that Shivanna had to go through such embarrassment on account of this. But I am sure our true love and respect for each other will always remain and get firmer now," he wrote. Haasan stressed that his statement was never intended to spark unrest or offend Kannada sentiments. "Cinema must remain a bridge between people, never a wall that divides them," he said. "I know and speak the language of Cinema. Cinema is a universal language that knows only love and bonding." Concluding on a reconciliatory note, Haasan said he hoped his clarification would be received in the spirit it was intended, and expressed confidence that the misunderstanding would prove temporary. "This is an opportunity to reiterate our mutual love and respect," he said. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce has yet to respond officially to the letter, but reactions from pro-Kannada organisations are expected in the coming days. UNI BDN GNK
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kamal Haasan presents response letter to Karnataka Film Chamber's president over his Kannada remark
Kamal Haasan has been making headlines recently following his remarks about the Kannada language. Now, the veteran actor has responded to the president of the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC), stating that his statement was taken out of context. In an official letter by the Vikram actor, he wrote, 'I acknowledge your letter dated 30/05/2025. Out of deep respect for the people of Karnataka, I offer the following with sincerity. It pains me that my statement at the Thug Life audio launch - spoken out of genuine affection for the legendary Dr. Rajkumar's family, especially Shiva Rajkumar, has been misunderstood and taken out of context.' 'My words were intended only to convey that we are all one and from the same family and not to diminish Kannada in any way. There is no dispute or debate on the rich legacy of the Kannada language,' he added. Acknowledging that it is similar to the Tamil language, he said that Kannada also shares a proud literary and cultural heritage. Highlighting his bond with languages like Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, and Malayalam, he consistently advocates for the equal dignity of all languages and opposes the dominance of one language over another. Making it clear that he intended to share the bond and unity created through cinema with Shiva Rajkumar, and regrets how his statement being misquoted led to the Kannada superstar suffering as well. Concluding his words, the actor said, 'I sincerely hope my words are received in the spirit they were intended, and that my enduring affection for Karnataka, its people, and their language is recognised in its true light. I earnestly believe that this misunderstanding is temporary and an opportunity to reiterate our mutual love and respect.' The official statement penned by Kamal Haasan was shared on the internet by various handles, including one by cinephile Amutha Bharathi. Kamal Haasan pens response to KFCC Kamal Haasan's responsive letter explains what he had said during the Thug Life audio launch. During the event, the actor remarked, 'Kannada was born out of Tamil,' which led to pro-Kannada organizations protesting against him and KFCC asking for a ban on his upcoming release in Karnataka. The veteran actor is hitting the big screens with the Mani Ratnam directorial on June 5, 2025.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kamal Haasan row: Debate on which language came first is a waste of time
Written by Aniruddha Nagaraj During the audio launch of his upcoming film Thug Life in Chennai, the veteran actor Kamal Haasan made a rather controversial remark: 'Kannada was born out of Tamil.' It has drawn sharp criticism from pro-Kannada groups across Karnataka. During the event, Haasan, in the presence of another famous Kannada actor, Shiva Rajkumar, began his speech by saying, 'My life and my family are the Tamil language.' Further, he addressed Shiva Rajkumar and said, 'Your language (Kannada) was born out of Tamil, so you too are a part of it (my family).' Many believe that he made this statement to promote cultural unity between the languages of the two neighbouring states. This can be located in the context of the recent protests in Tamil Nadu against the three-language policy under NEP 2020, which are associated with a broader fear of Hindi imposition. However, the repercussions of his statement were exactly the opposite of what he seems to have intended. The idea behind protests against the imposition of any particular language upon others is to convey that no language is superior, each deserving equal importance. By positing Kannada as being born from Tamil, Haasan's statement implied a higher pedestal for the latter as the source language, contrary to the very essence of the said language resistance in Tamil Nadu. The pro-Kannada reactions to this statement need to be understood against the backdrop of longstanding tensions over language. During the 1990s, there was a growing sense of fear among Kannadigas about the dominance of Tamils in Bengaluru. This stemmed from the perception among Kannadigas that Tamils were not making an effort to learn their language while becoming a part of their society. Pro-Kannada organisations demanded that the government acknowledge the threat this posed to the Kannada language and culture, and to show the required political determination to ensure the promotion of Kannada in the state. This pro-Kannada sentiment had an interesting reflection in the business of cinema as well. Many may recall that during this period, Rajkumar's movies were released on exactly the same dates as MGR films. At times, this led to minor riots among the fans of the two superstars. It is to be noted that both the Kannada and Tamil film industries have played significant roles in fostering strong linguistic sentiments through their depictions of Tamil and Kannada pride. Most importantly, Haasan's statement is historically incorrect. Kannada, which belongs to the family of Dravidian languages, is not derived from any particular language. Tamil and Kannada are considered to be sister languages, with both having separate trajectories of development. There are many reasons to believe that Kannada differs significantly from Tamil. In Tamil, the norms of writing are clearly distinct from the spoken form. The written norms were fixed in the 13th century and continue to be followed today. However, spoken Tamil is more dynamic and has evolved over time. In contrast, the written and spoken forms of Kannada are largely similar, with both having a history of continuous, gradual changes. However, the debate on which language came first, or which is the source of other languages, is not a fruitful investment of time. Languages evolve and take various forms through the ages with their own base of speakers. In this process, a language borrows from and contributes to other languages that it comes into contact with. Thus, the discussion should instead be on how languages enrich each other. When questioned later about the controversy stirred by his remark, Haasan emphasised a legacy of harmonious coexistence among speakers of Kannada, Tamil, and other languages. He cited the example of Tamil Nadu having several chief ministers of non-Tamil origin. Similarly, we can add to this by citing examples of great Kannada writers who were originally from Tamil Nadu. There were playwrights like T P Kailasam, novelist Masti Venkatesha Iyengar, poets G P Rajaratnam and P T Narasimhachar, scholar A K Ramanujan, and many others who spoke in Tamil but produced some of their greatest works in Kannada. The description of Ramanujan's childhood is a wonderful metaphor for the shared history of Kannada and Tamil. He mentions in an interview with H S Shivaprakash (translated by Maithreyi Karnoor), 'We spoke Tamil downstairs – on the ground floor where my mother and my grandmother spent their time. The upper storey had my father's library where English was prevalent. And when I stepped out of the house, I encountered Kannada.' The writer teaches English at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan College, GGSIPU, New Delhi
