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India Gazette
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
'Thug Life' row: SC directs Karnataka Govt to take action against fringe persons obstructing release of Kamal Hassan's film
New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Karnataka government to take appropriate action under the criminal and civil law against any person or group who may attempt to forcibly obstruct the release of Kamal Haasan's new film 'Thug Life', A bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Manmohan disposed of the matter after satisfying itself of the submissions made by all parties before it regarding the issue. In the hearing today the apex court noted the submissions of all parties before it -- the PIL petitioner, all the respondents that included State of Karnataka and an intervener Karnataka Sahitya Parishat who filed an application flagging certain issues regarding the perception of the release of Kamal Hassan's film, among the Kannada people. The counsel appearing for the interveners Parishat, submitted that there's agitation among people in Karnataka over the release of 'Thug Life' over recent controversial remark made by the lead actor of the film, Kamal Haasan. However, the SC questioned the Parishat over it's stance regarding violent threats against the release. 'Do you support the (threats over) burning of the theatres. What is your stand regarding the people who want to watch the movie or not to see the movie?', Justice Bhuyan asked the respondent Parishat. After making its submissions, the counsel representing the Parishat undertook that they would not support any fringe elements resorting to any violence. The State government of Karnataka also filed its response before the Supreme Court regarding the controversy surrounding the release of Kamal Haasan's film 'Thug Life' in the State. In it's affidavit, (response) the Karnataka government stated that it has not imposed any restriction on the release of the movie 'Thug Life' and the State government will duly provide protection and security for such release and for the people connected to the film, if the producers of the film decide to release the movie in Karnataka. During the hearing, the apec court asked the counsel representing Karnataka what is the state doing regarding threat being issued. 'What do you intend to do against the persons who are issuing violent threats against theatres?', the court stated. The counsel responded by submitting that if they (fringe persons) indulge in any such action, action will be taken against them. The top-court also expressed its displeasure over the regressive stance of some people and the state administration against the right to speech and expression. 'Movie should be stopped, stand up comedy should be stopped, nobody should be allowed to recite a poem. They (state) are hiding behind these (mob) groups. There is no end to hurting sentiments. If a stand up comedian says something, everyone's' hurt. Then there's vandalism, now this with a drama movie... Where are we heading?' Justice Bhuyan asked. The state of Karnataka, along with other respondents, ensured the top court that it will respect the right of free speech and expression of everyone, including the persons associated with the said film. The petitioner, in their submission, urged the court to issue certain directions in the form of guidelines to be followed regarding the safe release of the movie. After hearing submissions of all parties, the SC stated that all parties in connection with the matter will abide by their statements made before this court. Thus, it closed the matter. The issue arose over an alleged controversial statement which was recently made by actor Kamal Haasan over Kannada language leading to agitation in the State against the release of the Tamil actor's movie 'Thug Life' in Karnataka. Hassan has allegedly said, 'Kannada was born out of Tamil'. (ANI)
India Today
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Karnataka High Court seeks Kamal Haasan apology update in Thug Life case hearing
The Karnataka High Court on Friday heard a petition related to the release of the Tamil film starring Kamal Haasan, Thug Life, with Justice Nagaprasanna questioning once again whether the actor had apologised for his controversial remarks.'Has Kamal Haasan not apologised yet? What happened to the Supreme Court hearing?' the judge asked. Responding to this, Kamal Haasan's counsel informed the court that the actor had not yet apologised and that the Supreme Court had issued a notice to the Karnataka government in the the hearing, a petition from the Kannada Sahitya Parishat requested the court to allow them to present their arguments. Senior advocate S Basavaraj, representing the Parishat, said, 'Kamal Haasan made a stupid statement,' and argued that the words 'Karnataka' and 'Kannada' are deeply rooted in ancient texts and traditions. The counsel representing Raajkamal Films, the film production banner founded by the actor, objected to the use of the word 'stupid,' saying it was being taken offensively and that they would be filing objections to the Parishat's Kannada Sahitya Parishat's advocate, meanwhile, expressed regret over the 'stupid' court adjourned the hearing to June 20 and reiterated its earlier directive not to proceed with the film's release until further orders. Justice Nagaprasanna also urged all parties involved to exercise restraint and comes after Kamal Haasan, during a promotion event, stated that 'Kannada was born out of Tamil', triggering a sharp backlash and boycott of his film in Karnataka. IN THIS STORY#Karnataka#Tamil Nadu
The Hindu
31-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Karnataka govt. withdraws MoS rank to Sahitya Parishat president Mahesh Joshi
The State government has on Saturday withdrawn the Minister of State rank and all the facilities applicable to that rank to Kannada Sahitya Parishat (KSP) president Mahesh Joshi. Shortly after Mr. Joshi was elected president of the Parishat, the then Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government led by Basavaraj Bommai had accorded MoS rank to him. This move was criticised by many writers then. This was the first time a KSP president was given a MoS rank. Reacting sharply to the government revoking the MoS rank to KSP president, Mr. Joshi said that the Parishat was working as a voice of Kannada and thereby withdrawing this honour to its president was an insult to Kannadigas. 'This will create a problem in the cordial relationship between the KSP and the government,' he added. He further said he had not asked for a MoS rank to be given, but the government accorded this honour following a letter by former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda to then Chief Minister Mr. Bommai.
Hans India
30-04-2025
- Science
- Hans India
New Rashtrotthana School in Udupi Champions Blend of Tradition and Modernity
Udupi: Rashtrotthana Parishat, Value-Based Education, Udupi School, Indian Civilisational Ethos, Vishwaguru Vision, Panchamukhi ModelA new educational institution under the Rashtrotthana Parishat was inaugurated on Wednesday in Cherkady village of Udupi district, with spiritual, scientific, and ideological leaders calling for an education system that fuses academic rigour with traditional values and national pride. Speaking at the inauguration of Rashtrotthana Vidya Kendra, Pejavar Mutt's Vishwaprasanna Teertha Swamiji said India's civilisational values must not be overshadowed by modern trends. 'We must guard against glorifying those who harmed the nation in history. Education should instil pride in India's cultural legacy,' he said, adding that the country needs institutions that prepare young minds with moral clarity and rootedness. The Swamiji likened the role of value-based education to that of Sage Vishwamitra in the Ramayana, who trained Lord Rama and Lakshmana in the ways of dharma and protection of society. Former ISRO Chairman Dr S. Somanath, who also attended the event, stressed the need to recover and integrate India's scientific contributions into mainstream education. 'We had thriving centres of knowledge in ancient times—from metallurgy to astronomy—and yet we rarely teach our children about it,' he said. 'While we make advances in space and artificial intelligence, we must also draw from our past to inspire future generations.' Referencing India's recent space missions, Dr Somanath said success in science and technology must be matched with awareness of the country's knowledge traditions. 'India has much to offer the world—not only Yoga, but Ayurveda, genomics, and sustainable living practices,' he said. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale, who presided over the ceremony, said the inauguration of the school on Akshaya Tritiya and the birth anniversary of Basaveshwara was symbolically significant. 'India is on the path to becoming a Vishwaguru. We must now build education systems that reflect our cultural identity while preparing students for global leadership,' he said. N. Dinesh Hegde, Chief Secretary of Rashtrotthana Parishat, outlined the Parishat's goals, citing the expansion of its network and achievements in competitive education. 'We have secured over 130 admissions to IITs and NITs and over 100 to medical colleges through our coaching initiatives,' he said, referring to their 'Tapas' and 'Sadhana' programmes. The Cherkady campus will welcome its first batch of 800 students in the 2025–26 academic year. It will follow Rashtrotthana's Panchamukhi model, which aims to provide all-round development—balancing academics, ethics, skill-building, physical well-being, and creativity. The Parishat currently operates 26 educational institutions across Karnataka and plans further expansion in the coming years.
