US EditionKarnataka Activists Accept Court's Decision on Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life'
- The Tamil film Thug Life starring Kamal Haasan released worldwide on June 5, 2025, but its screening was stalled in Karnataka amid controversy.
- The delay occurred after Haasan's remark at a promotional event on May 24, where he stated that Tamil was the origin of the Kannada language, sparking backlash and calls for an apology in Karnataka.
- Pro-Kannada activists urged theatre owners to boycott the film, while distributors refused to release it due to fears of violence and poor box office performance.
- The Supreme Court transferred the case from the Karnataka High Court, ruled that the film must be screened as it has valid certification, and condemned unlawful bans and threats.
- Following the Supreme Court's direction, the Karnataka government must ensure the film's release, underscoring the protection of freedom of expression and rule of law despite controversy.
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Karnataka Activists Accept Court's Decision on Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life'
Karnataka Activists Accept Court's Decision on Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' Karnataka Rakshana Vedike President Praveen Shetty stated on Wednesday that the organization will not oppose the release of Kamal Haasan's latest film, 'Thug Life'. The move follows a contentious debate over Haasan's comments linking the Kannada language to Tamil.Despite a suggestion from the Karnataka High Court for Haasan to apologize, he took the matter to the Supreme C…
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