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Haasan clarified that his comments, made during the film’s audio launch, were misunderstood and taken out of context
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan. (PTI file photo)
The counsel of actor-politician Kamal Haasan on Tuesday told the Karnataka High Court that his upcoming Tamil film ‘Thug Life’, scheduled for release on 5 June, will not be released in Karnataka for now.
This statement came after the actor refused to apologise for his remarks, despite the court giving Haasan till 2:30 p.m. to respond on whether he wished to apologise for his statement that “Kannada is born out of Tamil.”
Haasan’s lawyer told the court, the actor has the “utmost respect for Kannada and nothing more needs to be said,” refusing to apologise. The court responded, “This is your ego speaking.”
“We do not require police protection at present as the film will not be released here. We will engage in talks with the film chamber.” the counsel added.
In a letter addressed to the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) and read out by his counsel, Haasan clarified that his remarks, made during the film’s audio launch, were misunderstood and taken out of context.
The actor acknowledged the film body’s concern and said: “It pains me that my statement at the Thug Life audio launch, spoken out of genuine affection for the legendary Dr Rajkumar’s family, especially Shiva Rajkumar has been misunderstood and taken out of context.”
He said he only intended to convey that “we are all one, and from the same (linguistic) family,” and did not mean to diminish the Kannada language in any way. “There is no dispute or debate on the rich legacy of Kannada language,” he said adding he was writing out of deep respect for the people of Karnataka.
In his letter to the film chamber, Haasan said “like Tamil, Kannada has a proud literary and cultural tradition,” that he has long admired. “Throughout my career, I have cherished the warmth and affection extended to me by the Kannada-speaking community.” With a clear conscience and conviction, he said his love for the language was genuine, and he had great respect for the love that Kannadigas had for their mother tongue. His bond with Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and all other Indian languages was heartfelt.
The case has been adjourned and will be heard again on 10 June.
(With inputs from agencies)
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