Kamal Haasan has landed in a legal controversy over his recent comments on the Kannada language, resulting in mounting backlash and a halt in the release of his upcoming film Thug Life in Karnataka. The issue, which started at the film’s audio launch, has now reached the Karnataka High Court, with the bench taking serious note of the actor’s statement.
The controversy stems from Haasan’s remark during the event, where he said, “Kannada originated from Tamil, we are all like sisters,” in what appeared to be a gesture of praise towards his co-star Shiva Rajkumar, a prominent figure in Kannada cinema. However, the statement did not sit well with pro-Kannada groups, who viewed it as historically inaccurate and culturally insensitive.
Taking a firm stance, the Karnataka High Court questioned the Tamil superstar’s motive behind making such a statement and condemned his remarks. The bench observed that while Haasan may be a celebrated actor, he is not a qualified historian or linguist and therefore should refrain from making controversial claims about language origins.
The court also criticised Haasan for not including an apology in his subsequent public letter, which had otherwise expressed love and respect for the Kannada language and its speakers. Despite his stature, Kamal Haasan cannot make such statements irresponsibly, the bench noted.
Adding to the escalating row, it has now been reported that Thug Life will not be releasing in Karnataka until further notice. Kamal Haasan’s legal team informed the court that the film’s release has been put on hold and clarified that the actor intends to move forward with the film’s Karnataka release only after discussions with the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce.
The next hearing in the case has been scheduled for June 10. Until then, the fate of Thug Life in Karnataka remains uncertain. While fans of Haasan and Shiva Rajkumar await a resolution, the ongoing legal proceedings are likely to influence the film’s rollout strategy in the region.
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