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News18
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
'Uncultured Behaviour': BJP Demands Apology After Kamal Hassan's 'Kannada' Remark Sparks Row
Last Updated: BJP leaders in Karnataka demanded an unconditional apology from Kamal Hassan after the actor made controversial remarks linking the origins of the Kannada language to Tamil. South superstar Kamal Hassan sparked a major controversy by linking the origins of the Kannada language to Tamil, triggering backlash from pro-Kannada groups in Karnataka. BJP leaders in Karnataka have demanded an apology. While addressing the crowd during a promotion event at the Thug Life audio launch in Chennai, Hassan began his speech with the phrase 'Uyire Urave Tamizhe," meaning 'my life and my family is Tamil language." 'You are my family that is residing in Karnataka, and hence, you came all the way here. When I started the speech, I said that my life and my family are Tamil. Your language was born out of Tamil, and hence you are part of it," said Hassan, referring to Kannada actor Shivarajakumar. 'Uncultured Behaviour, Arrogant' The comments did not sit well with pro-Kannada groups, who said Hassan's remarks were an insult to the Kannada language and culture and threatened the actor with dire consequences. Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra accused Hassan of 'uncultured behaviour" and 'arrogance", demanding an unconditional apology. 'One should love one's mother tongue, but showing disrespect in its name is uncultured behaviour. Especially artists should have a culture of respecting every language. It is the height of arrogance and arrogance that an actor @ikamalhaasan who has acted in many Indian languages, including Kannada, has insulted Kannada by including actor Shivarajkumar in the glorification of his Tamil language," he said on X. Vijayendra said Hassan had forgotten the generosity of Kannada people and revealed his ungrateful personality by hurting the sentiments of 6.5 crore Kannadigas. 'Kamal Haasan is not a historian to define which language gave birth to which language," he added. BJP leader Basanagouda R Patil said Hassan had 'lost his sense of humour" by making a 'rash" statement about Kannada. 'It is not appropriate to make such a statement for the sake of propaganda. Kamal Haasan, who himself has acted in many Kannada films, should immediately retract his statement and apologise unconditionally," he said. ತಮಿಳಿನಿಂದಲೇ ಕನ್ನಡ ಹುಟ್ಟಿದ್ದು ಎಂದು ಓತಪ್ರೋತವಾಗಿ ಹೇಳಿಕೆ ನೀಡಿರುವ ಕಮಲ್ ಹಾಸನ್ ಅವರು ತಮ್ಮ ಸ್ಥಿತಪ್ರಜ್ಞತೆ ಕಳೆದುಕೊಂಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.ಖೊಟ್ಟಿ ಪ್ರಚಾರಕ್ಕೆ ಈ ರೀತಿ ಹೇಳಿಕೆ ಕೊಡುವುದು ಸಮಂಜಸವಲ್ಲ. ಸ್ವತಃ, ಅನೇಕ ಕನ್ನಡ ಚಿತ್ರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ನಟಿಸಿರುವ ಕಮಲ್ ಹಾಸನ್ ಕೂಡಲೇ ತಮ್ಮ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ವಾಪಾಸ್ ಪಡೆದು ಬೇಷರತ್ ಕ್ಷಮೆಯಾಚಿಸಬೇಕು.… — Basanagouda R Patil (Yatnal) (@BasanagoudaBJP) May 27, 2025 'All Are Ancient Languages' Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagenthiran downplayed the controversy, stating that all languages originate from ancient India. 'If we start researching this, it will be like the age-old question of whether the chicken came from the egg or the egg from the chicken," he told reporters, adding that there will always be differences of opinion when it comes to languages. Meanwhile, Karnataka Congress MLA Rizwan Arshad said Kannada and Tamil are ancient languages and part of India's foundation, and the debate surrounding Hassan's remarks was not suitable for the current atmosphere, even though he called the comment 'unfortunate". First Published: May 28, 2025, 12:39 IST
Hans India
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Yatnal claims secret power-sharing deal between Siddaramaiah and DKS
Davangere: Senior BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal has stirred political waters in Karnataka by alleging that a secret pact exists between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, aimed at transferring power midway through the current government's term. Speaking to reporters at the JM Institute guesthouse in Davangere on Saturday, Yatnal claimed that CM Siddaramaiah has agreed to step down before completing his full tenure, making way for Shivakumar to take over as Chief Minister. As per the alleged understanding, BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra would be made Deputy Chief Minister under the new arrangement, Yatnal asserted. 'There is no real intention within the Congress to allow DK Shivakumar to become Chief Minister. Yet an agreement exists with him to form the next government,' Yatnal said. 'I will pursue a new political path if required, but I will not return to the Congress,' he added. 'No capable leadership in BJP' In a scathing critique of his own party's state leadership, Yatnal said, 'The BJP lacks competent leadership in Karnataka. Even in events attended by Vijayendra, barely a thousand people show up. This shows the weakness of the current leadership. A new force is likely to emerge soon within the party,' he predicted. He also pointed to internal fractures in the Veerashaiva-Lingayat community's political consolidation and accused BJP MP B.Y. Raghavendra and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa of receiving tacit support from senior Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. Allegations of 'CD politics' Yatnal alleged that both Vijayendra and Shivakumar had been involved in controversies surrounding objectionable video clips. 'Vijayendra too was once part of a CD scandal, but the case was closed after the videos were deleted. DK Shivakumar is known to play similar games,' he claimed without offering evidence. 'Congress only offers guarantees, not governance' He dismissed the Congress's performance in office, accusing the party of offering 'guarantees' without delivering meaningful governance. 'The only achievement Congress leaders can claim is the much-hyped 'five guarantees'. Now they are planning a 'Sadhana Samavesha' (progress rally) in Hospet, as if they have transformed the state,' he said. Yatnal also questioned Congress's role in the country's freedom movement, stating, 'India did not gain independence because of Congress. If anyone contributed to our freedom, it was Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.' Criticism of ministers and Rahul Gandhi Taking aim at state ministers Priyank Kharge and Santosh Lad, Yatnal alleged their public statements were damaging to national unity. 'Their remarks seem more intended to please Pakistan sympathisers than to uphold Indian values. If they had any self-respect, they would remain silent,' he said. Yatnal also attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, branding him 'Pakistan's hero,' and criticised CM Siddaramaiah for what he called a 'soft stance' on national security issues. 'When it comes to matters of national interest, politics should take a back seat,' he added.
Hans India
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Yatnal Claims Secret Power-Sharing Deal Between Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar
Davangere: Senior BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal has stirred political waters in Karnataka by alleging that a secret pact exists between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, aimed at transferring power midway through the current government's term. Speaking to reporters at the JM Institute guesthouse in Davangere on Saturday, Yatnal claimed that CM Siddaramaiah has agreed to step down before completing his full tenure, making way for Shivakumar to take over as Chief Minister. As per the alleged understanding, BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra would be made Deputy Chief Minister under the new arrangement, Yatnal asserted. 'There is no real intention within the Congress to allow DK Shivakumar to become Chief Minister. Yet an agreement exists with him to form the next government,' Yatnal said. 'I will pursue a new political path if required, but I will not return to the Congress,' he added. 'No Capable Leadership in BJP' In a scathing critique of his own party's state leadership, Yatnal said, 'The BJP lacks competent leadership in Karnataka. Even in events attended by Vijayendra, barely a thousand people show up. This shows the weakness of the current leadership. A new force is likely to emerge soon within the party,' he predicted. He also pointed to internal fractures in the Veerashaiva-Lingayat community's political consolidation and accused BJP MP B.Y. Raghavendra and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa of receiving tacit support from senior Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. Allegations of 'CD Politics' Yatnal alleged that both Vijayendra and Shivakumar had been involved in controversies surrounding objectionable video clips. 'Vijayendra too was once part of a CD scandal, but the case was closed after the videos were deleted. DK Shivakumar is known to play similar games,' he claimed without offering evidence. 'Congress Only Offers Guarantees, Not Governance' He dismissed the Congress's performance in office, accusing the party of offering 'guarantees' without delivering meaningful governance. 'The only achievement Congress leaders can claim is the much-hyped 'five guarantees'. Now they are planning a 'Sadhana Samavesha' (progress rally) in Hospet, as if they have transformed the state,' he said. Yatnal also questioned Congress's role in the country's freedom movement, stating, 'India did not gain independence because of Congress. If anyone contributed to our freedom, it was Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.' Criticism of Ministers and Rahul Gandhi Taking aim at state ministers Priyank Kharge and Santosh Lad, Yatnal alleged their public statements were damaging to national unity. 'Their remarks seem more intended to please Pakistan sympathisers than to uphold Indian values. If they had any self-respect, they would remain silent,' he said. Yatnal also attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, branding him 'Pakistan's hero,' and criticised CM Siddaramaiah for what he called a 'soft stance' on national security issues. 'When it comes to matters of national interest, politics should take a back seat,' he added. (eom)
The Hindu
14-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Case against Yatnal for insulting Mahatma Gandhi
Congress workers in Vijayapura have filed a complaint against Basanagouda R. Patil Yatnal, MLA who has been expelled from the BJP, for having allegedly insulted Mahatma Gandhi. In a complaint submitted at the Adarsh Nagar police station, they said Mr. Yatnal had described Gandhiji as the 'father of Pakistan' in a statement made before the media in Vijayapura on May 11. The complainant Allabaksh Dongarisab Badeghar said Mr. Yatnal had claimed that Gandhiji had divided the country and created Pakistan only for Muslims. He had also said that it was a matter of shame for Indians to install statues of Gandhiji, according to the complaint. . The police registered a first information report under BNS sections 196 (promoting enmity between different groups) and 353 (making, publishing, or circulating statements, false information, or rumours that could cause public mischief, incite hatred, or disrupt harmony between different groups).
The Hindu
12-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
I will be back in the BJP soon, says Yatnal
'I will be back in the BJP soon. Senior national leaders in the BJP have assured me that I will be readmitted to the party once B.Y. Vijayendra is removed from the post of State unit president,' suspended MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal said in Vijayapura on Monday. He was responding to a claim made by Vijayapura MP Ramesh Jigajinagi that Mr. Yatnal will never return to the BJP. 'Some people tend to think that my suspension is permanent and that I will never come back to the BJP. They are wrong. They will all be surprised. I will be back in the BJP soon. I am in direct contact with the BJP national leaders. They have assured me that I will be readmitted after Mr. Vijayendra is replaced with a good leader,' Mr. Yatnal told reporters. 'I have never gone to any local leader asking him to help me out. Nor will I ever go. If I have campaigned for the BJP during Lok Sabha polls, it is to strengthen the hands of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and not any MP,' Mr. Yatnal said. He said that the former Minister K.S. Eshwarappa met him recently to discuss issues related to Hindutva and not for any political reasons.
