Kamal Haasan’s comments regarding the origins of the Kannada language sparked a controversy in Karnataka, jeopardizing the release of his film ‘Thug Life.’ In the wake of the backlash, Ram Gopal Varma labeled the reactions as ‘hooliganism,’ while local leaders called for Haasan to issue an apology. As tensions over linguistic issues escalated, Haasan stood by his statement, prompting a High Court plea to ensure the film’s release is protected.
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