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Indian Express
2 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.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Vedike burns actor Kamal Hassan in an effigy
Strongly condemning the recent controversial statement made by actor Kamal Hassan about Kannada language, the members of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike staged a protest burning effigy and posters of the actor in Kalaburagi city on Friday. Mr. Hassan's recent statement claiming 'Kannada was originated from Tamil' during a promotional event for his upcoming movie 'Thug Life' has sparked widespread outrage among pro-Kannada organisations. The Vedike district president Anand Doddamani said that the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has already banned the release of Mr. Hassan's upcoming movie 'Thug life' in Karnataka, he also urged the film distributors and theatre owners to ensure that the movie is not screened in any theatre across Karnataka.
India Today
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Director Mani Ratnam justifies Thug Life title: We are Gen-Z, it felt right
Director Mani Ratnam is one of the few filmmakers who is still making impressive films and has remained relevant across generations over the past 40 years. Speaking about the title of his upcoming film, 'Thug Life', he said they had been considering various options, and 'Thug life' felt right because he feels a press interaction in Mumbai, director Mani Ratnam revealed that the title 'Thug Life' was suggested by Kamal Haasan. 'It just felt right,' he said, explaining that they were exploring different options. He added, 'We are Gen-Z,' reflecting his awareness of changing trends and evolving Kamal Haasan, speaking about how quickly they finalised the title, said, 'We were looking at various titles. We kept telling each other different options. He just said yes to one title. That's how quickly we agreed on it.' In recent times, the emphasis on changing generations and veteran directors evolving with trends has become increasingly important. Director Shankar, during the promotion of his last film 'Game Changer', said that he chose a very Instagram reel-style editing pattern to cater to Gen-Z audiences. Meanwhile, 'Thug Life' is one of the most anticipated films of 2025, featuring Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, Abhirami, Nasser, Sanjana Krishnamoorthy and Ashok Selvan, among others. 'Thug Life' will release in cinemas on June 5.
NDTV
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Audio Launch Of Mani Ratnam's Thug Life Postponed: "Art Can Wait, India Comes First," Says Kamal Haasan
Quick Reads Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Kamal Haasan's film Thug Life postpones audio launch amid border tensions. The audio launch was originally scheduled for May 16, 2025. Haasan emphasized the importance of prioritizing national concerns over art. Chennai: Keeping in view the recent developments at the country's borders, the unit of director Mani Ratnam's Thug Life, featuring Kamal Haasan in the lead, on Friday decided to postpone the audio launch function of the film which was originally scheduled to be held on May 16, 2025. Actor Kamal Haasan issued a statement, which he shared on his X timeline. The eminent actor said, "Art can wait. India comes first. In view of the developments at our nation's border and the current state of heightened alert, we have decided to reschedule the audio launch of Thug Life, originally planned for the 16th of May." Statement from Kamal Haasan #Thuglife #ThuglifeFromJune5 #KamalHaasan #SilambarasanTR @ikamalhaasan #ManiRatnam @arrahman @SilambarasanTR_ #Mahendran @bagapath @trishtrashers @AishuL_ @AshokSelvan @abhiramiact @C_I_N_E_M_A_A #Nasser @manjrekarmahesh @TanikellaBharni … — Raaj Kamal Films International (@RKFI) May 9, 2025 The actor further said, "As our soldiers stand firm on the frontlines with unflinching courage in defence of our motherland, I believe it is a time for quiet solidarity, not celebration. A new date will be announced at a later, more appropriate time." Stating that at this time, our thoughts are with the brave men and women of our armed forces who stand vigilant, safeguarding our nation, the actor said, "As citizens, it is our duty to respond with restraint and solidarity. Celebration must make way for reflection." Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, features Kamal Haasan in the lead. The film will also feature actors Silambarasan, Trisha, Joju George, Ashok Selvan, and Abhirami in pivotal roles. The film's full-fledged audio launch was to take place on May 16. This apart, a musical event was also scheduled to take place in Australia and the entire Thug Life team was expected to participate in it. However, with the team now announcing the postponement of the audio launch event, it is not clear if the musical event in Australia too will take place as planned or if whether it will get postponed. Kamal Haasan plays a character called Rangaraya Sakthivel Naickan in this film, which director Mani Ratnam's production house Madras Talkies had described as "an epic tale of power, rebellion, and triumph." The film has music by A R Rahman and cinematography by Ravi K Chandran. It has editing by Mani Ratnam's trusted editor Sreekar Prasad and stunts by the stuntmasters, Anbariv.
Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kamal Hassan reschedules Thug Life audio launch amid rising tensions between India and Pak: ‘Art can wait, India comes first'
Actor Kamal Hassan has announced that the audio launch event of his film Thug Life will be rescheduled amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Thug Life, an upcoming Tamil gangster action drama, directed by Mani Ratnam, which has its script co-written by him and actor Kamal Haasan, is one of the most awaited films of the star. The film team had planned the audio launch of Thug Life on May 16, but it is being rescheduled for now. Kamal Hassan's production house, Raaj Kamal Films International, shared a statement that read, 'Art can wait. India comes first. In view of the developments at our nation's border and the current state of heightened alert, we have decided to reschedule the audio launch of Thug Life, originally planned for the 16th of May.' It read further, 'As our soldiers stand firm on the frontlines with unflinching courage in defence of our motherland, I believe it is a time for quiet solidarity, not celebration. A new date will be announced at a later, more appropriate time. At this time, our thoughts are with the brave men and women of our armed forces who stand vigilant, safeguarding our nation. As citizens, it is our duty to respond with restraint and solidarity. Celebration must make way for reflection. — Kamal Haasan,' concluded the statement. Here's the recent post by Kamal Haasan: Statement from Kamal Haasan#Thuglife #ThuglifeFromJune5 #KamalHaasan #SilambarasanTR @ikamalhaasan #ManiRatnam @arrahman @SilambarasanTR_ #Mahendran @bagapath @trishtrashers @AishuL_ @AshokSelvan @abhiramiact @C_I_N_E_M_A_A #Nasser @manjrekarmahesh @TanikellaBharni… — Raaj Kamal Films International (@RKFI) May 9, 2025 In recent days, singer Arijit Singh cancelled his Chennai concert and also postponed his Abu Dhabi concert as tensions between India and Pakistan continue to rise. Backed by Red Giant Movies, Raaj Kamal Film International, and Madras Talkies, the film Thug Life also stars Trisha Krishnan, Ashok Selvan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, Abhirami and Nasser. The film is planned to hit the screens on June 5.
