RGV backs Kamal Haasan, slams ‘Thug Life’ ban threats
Monday, 2 June 2025 () Kamal Haasan's remark about Kannada's origin ignited a controversy in Karnataka, threatening the release of 'Thug Life.' Ram Gopal Varma criticized the backlash as 'hooliganism,' while Karnataka leaders demanded an apology. Haasan defended his statement, leading to a High Court plea for film release protection amidst rising linguistic tensions.
Mumbai: In an in-depth conversation with IANS, veteran actor Kamal Haasan and acclaimed director Mani Ratnam discussed their collaboration on the upcoming Tamil-language gangster action drama 'Thug..
Kamal Haasan's film 'Thug Life' faces hurdles in Karnataka. Theatre owners resist screening it due to his comments on the Kannada language. The Karnataka High... IndiaTimes