The renowned superstar of South India, Kamal Haasan, is making headlines these days due to a statement concerning the Kannada language. He remarked that Kannada originated from Tamil. Following this statement, the Karnataka government has halted the release of his film,
Thug Life
. In response, Haasan approached the High Court, which has now taken a firm stance.
During the hearing of Haasan's petition, the Karnataka High Court sternly criticized him. Justice M. Nagaprasanna questioned Haasan's refusal to apologize, asserting that although he is Kamal Haasan, he does not have the right to hurt people’s sentiments. No citizen has the right to offend anyone's emotions. For the citizens, water, land, and language are essential. The partition of this country was based on language.
Haasan approached the High Court to request guidelines to ensure the release and screening of his upcoming film across the state after the Karnataka government's ban.
An aspiring actor named Kamal Haasan embarks on a journey in cinema to explore diverse languages and cultures.
The attorney representing the film's producers argued that stopping the film's release was unwarranted and neither the Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) nor the Karnataka government should block it. The actor merely made a statement; there was no intent to disrespect any language.
The High Court noted that the actor, Haasan, had not apologized. You might be Kamal Haasan, alleging or not nobody permits you to hurt someone's sentiments.
Some topics resonate deeply with people. This nation was partitioned on linguistic lines, and the repercussions of his comments cause unrest. What are the people of Karnataka asking for? Just an apology!
During the hearing, Kamal Haasan's lawyer informed the High Court that the film would no longer be released in Karnataka for the time being.
Speaking of 'Thug Life,' after nearly 38 years, Kamal Haasan reunites with legendary filmmaker Mani Ratnam. The film features South superstar Trisha Krishnan in a lead role, along with Bollywood actors Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, and Rohit Saraf.
While Haasan's remarks have stirred emotions, it highlights the need for respectful dialogue in matters of language and cultural history.
The Karnataka High Court's refusal to succumb to emotional uproar underlines the importance of maintaining a respectful discourse within the democratic framework. Though Haasan's statement triggered unrest, the judicial system underscores the absence of malicious intentions.
Moreover, Haasan's upcoming movie 'Thug Life' captures profound narratives under the guidance of the iconic Mani Ratnam, promising a fusion of cinematic brilliance and cultural discussions starring an ensemble cast.
