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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
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Kamal Haasan films will be banned in Karnataka': Minister seeks actor's apology over Kannada remark
Picture Credit: X Karnataka's Minister for Kannada and Culture, Shivaraj Tangadagi, has taken a firm stand against actor Kamal Haasan after his controversial comment that 'Kannada was born out of Tamil.' Tangadagi made it clear that if Kamal Haasan does not publicly apologise for his remarks, the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has decided to ban the release of his upcoming film 'Thug Life' in the state. KFCC Praised for Decisive Action As per a PTI report, speaking to the media in Bengaluru, Tangadagi praised the KFCC for their quick decision. He said no one, no matter how famous, will be allowed to disrespect the Kannada language, culture, or the people of Karnataka. The minister emphasised that the government strongly supports the Kannada community and will not tolerate any comments against the language or Kannadigas. He confirmed that if Haasan does not apologise, his films will be banned in Karnataka. Minister's Letter and Film Chamber's Warning Tangadagi said, 'I have written a letter. After that, the film chamber of commerce also took 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.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda Shop Honda Compre já Undo Appeal to Senior Actors to Mediate The minister also said he had spoken to Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar, asking him to use his influence as a senior actor to speak with Kamal Haasan and help sort out the issue. He said, 'We cannot tolerate it. Let Shivarajkumar or another senior actor speak to him.' Kamal Haasan Stands Firm Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan remained firm on his stance. He said he believes in law and justice and that his love for Karnataka is genuine. He refused to apologise unless proven wrong and mentioned that he has faced threats in the past. 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 .
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Karnataka minister asks film chamber to ban Kamal Haasan's film
BENGALURU: Kamal Haasan is renowned for his mastery of dialogue on screen. Now an unscripted slip-up on a public platform, that too on the provenance of Kannada language, has resulted in a storm of protest, with Minister for Kannada and Culture, Shivaraj Tangadagi, calling for a ban on the actor's new movie in the state. Tangadagi has sent a letter to Karnataka Film Chamber Of Commerce (KFCC) directing them to impose a ban on Thug Life, Haasan's latest film, if the actor did not offer an apology. He said, 'Kannada is our pride and we will not tolerate any insult to it. I have communicated to the film chamber that, until and unless the actor serves an apology, his film should not be released in Karnataka.' P Narasimhalu, President, KFCC, said he agreed with the minister's view. 'No apology, no release of Thug Life,' he said, adding that Tangadagi has sent a letter in this regard. 'The distributors are trying to reach Kamal and convince him over his remark and end it sensibly and make way for the release of his film, 'Thug Life,'' he said. Narasimhalu added, 'For us Kannada is the priority. The team of distributors are trying to reach Kamal Haasan who is in Visakhapatnam.' 'Kannada outfits and many organisations want Kamal to issue an apology and only then his film will be screened in Karnataka. The KFCC's stand aligns with the Kannada organisations,' he said.
Deccan Herald
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Apologise or face ban, Karnataka minister Shivaraj Tangadagi tells Kamal Haasan
Tangadagi also urged Kannada star Shiva Raj Kumar to condemn Kamal Haasan's comment. In fact, Haasan's comment was directed at Kumar at an event to promote Thug Life, which is the Tamil actor's latest flick.
