Kamal Haasan’s ‘Thug Life’ gets green light for special screenings in Tamil Nadu
This movie marks a historic reunion: Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam are joining forces after nearly 40 years, having last collaborated on the 1987 classic 'Nayakan'.
This movie marks a historic reunion: Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam are joining forces after nearly 40 years, having last collaborated on the 1987 classic 'Nayakan'.
Without referring to the row explicitly, Haasan thanked the people of Tamil Nadu for standing by him. “I should thank the entire state of Tamil Nadu which stood behind me."
The decision follows mounting protests over a comment Haasan made suggesting that Kannada evolved from Tamil, a remark that ignited widespread anger.
Director Ram Gopal Varma, who chose to express his disapproval of the threats being issued to actor Kamal Haasan over his recent comment on the origin of Kannada
Southern superstar Kamal Haasan continues to remain unapologetic and asserts that he will remain so for his remarks against the Kannada language, which now threaten to escalate into a campaign to boycott his films in Karnataka.
Language issues have been on the top of the emotional charts in Karnataka, with any and every element relating to it occupying the mind space of activists and people alike.
The recent international literary recognition of Banu Mushtaq is more than a personal milestone; it is a significant cultural moment for India.
The Karnataka High Court on Thursday directed the Bengaluru police not to take any coercive action against Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam in the case involving his alleged objectionable remarks against Kannada language.
The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) subsequently barred him from engaging in professional work within the Kannada film industry and also demanded an apology.
Activists from Kannada Sene submitted a memorandum to the Mandya Superintendent of Police demanding legal action and the immediate arrest of Sonu Nigam.
