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New Indian Express
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Hemanth M Rao officially announces 666 Operation Dream Theatre with Shivarajkumar and Dhananjaya
Acclaimed filmmaker Hemanth M Rao, known for his distinctive storytelling in films such as Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu, Kavaludaari, and the recent Sapta Sagaradaache Ello films, is set to return with his next directorial venture, 666 Operation Dream Theatre. While his previously announced collaboration Bhairavana Kone Pata with Shivarajkumar is currently on hold, this new project marks yet another significant association with the veteran actor. Shivarajkumar had recently hinted at an upcoming film with Hemanth during an interaction — a detail that now stands officially confirmed with this announcement, along with releasing a title motion poster.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rajinikanth filming key scenes from Jailer 2 in Hunsur: Sources
S uperstar Rajinikanth is currently in Hunsur, shooting pivotal scenes for director Nelson Dilipkumar 's much-anticipated Jailer 2. According to sources, Thalaivar, as he's fondly known, landed in Mysuru on Wednesday. 'The shoot is underway at Bilikere near Hunsur, where a special set has been constructed for these key sequences,' revealed a source close to the production. Shivarajkumar, whose cameo in Jailer was widely celebrated, is also expected to feature in Jailer 2. Speaking about the collaboration earlier, Shivarajkumar had said, 'Nelson is an amazing director and I'm someone who will say 'yes' to him even without knowing the story. Rajini sir is like a father figure to me — it's enough even if he just touches my shoulder in a passing shot.' Rajini sir is like a father figure to me — it's enough even if he just touches my shoulder in a passing shot Shivarajkumar
Scroll.in
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scroll.in
SC directs Karnataka to act against those obstructing release of Kamal Haasan's ‘Thug Life'
The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Karnataka government to take action against anybody who 'tries to forcibly obstruct the release' of the film Thug Life, starring actor and politician Kamal Haasan, reported Bar and Bench. Taking note of the state government's submission that it would provide ' full protection and security ' for the screening of Thug Life if the producers decide to release it in Karnataka, a bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Manmohan closed the public interest litigation seeking the film's screening. On June 3, Haasan's production house told the Karnataka High Court that it would not seek to release the film in the state amid a row over his remark that the Kannada language 'was born out of Tamil'. Haasan made the remarks on May 24 at the audio launch for Thug Life in Chennai, after which pro-Kannada organisations held protests demanding that he apologise for them. During the hearing on Thursday, the Supreme Court voiced its disappointment with the state for yielding to pressure from certain groups who claimed their sentiments were hurt by Haasan's statements, reported Live Law. The bench said this had resulted in the stalling of artistic pursuits. 'Just because of an opinion a movie is stopped, a stand up comedian is stopped, a person is stopped from reciting a poem,' the court said, according to Bar and Bench. 'You [state] succumbed to their pressure. In such circumstances state has a duty. Simply saying ban is not imposed will take it nowhere.' It further highlighted that 'in India, there will be no end to hurt sentiments'. On Tuesday, the court criticised the Karnataka government for the 'extra-judicial ban' on the screening of the film. The bench had also said that it was the state government's responsibility to ensure the screening of any film with a certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification. Haasan's remarks At the audio launch in Chennai on May 24, Haasan described his bond with the Tamil language with the words: ' Uyire Urave Tamizhe [My life and my family is Tamil].' He addressed Kannada actor Shivarajkumar, who was at the event, and said: 'Actor Shivarajkumar is my family living in another state… Your language was born out of Tamil. So, you are included in that line.' The actor's remarks sparked a furore in Karnataka, with pro-Kannada group Karnataka Rakshana Vedike threatening to boycott his film. Members of the group tore posters of the film Thug Life in Bengaluru to protest the actor-politician's remarks. Other pro-Kannada organisations also staged protests in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Hubballi and Mysuru, demanding an apology from the actor. On May 28, Haasan sought to clarify his remarks and said: 'I think what I said was said with a lot of love. Historians have taught me the language's history… I didn't mean anything.' The film is directed by Mani Ratnam. Among its producers is Red Giant Movies, a company owned by Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader Udhayanidhi Stalin. The film has been dubbed in several languages, including Kannada.
Scroll.in
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scroll.in
‘Can't let mobs take over': SC tells Karnataka to ensure release of Kamal Haasan's ‘Thug Life'
The Supreme Court on Tuesday criticised the Karnataka government for the ' extra-judicial ban ' on the screening of the film Thug Life, starring actor and politician Kamal Haasan, reported Live Law. 'We cannot allow mobs and vigilante groups to take over the streets,' said a bench of Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Manmohan. 'Rule of law must prevail.' On June 3, Haasan's production house told the Karnataka High Court that it will not seek to release the film in the state amid a row over his remark that the Kannada language 'was born out of Tamil'. Haasan made the remarks on May 24 at the audio launch for Thug Life in Chennai, after which pro-Kannada organisations held protests demanding that he should apologise for them. In the wake of the protests and demands to block the film, Raajkamal Films International had moved the High Court seeking directions to ensure its release. Asking Haasan to apologise for his remark, the High Court on June 3 said that the actor's statements had caused 'unrest and disharmony' in Karnataka. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court said that a person's statement should be countered 'with a statement'. The bench said that it was the state government's responsibility to ensure the screening of any film with a certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification. 'It cannot be that at the fear of burning down the cinemas, that the film cannot be shown,' the bench added. People may not watch the film. That is a different matter. We are not passing any order that people must watch the film. But the film must be released.' The court was hearing a public interest litigation seeking the film's release in Karnataka. The petitioner told the Supreme Court that the Karnataka government had not filed any complaint against the groups issuing threats against the film's release, reported Live Law. The state's counsel told the court that Haasan had decided not to release the film until he resolved the concern with the Karnataka Film Chamber. However, the Supreme Court expressed disapproval of the High Court's directive asking Haasan to apologise for his statements. 'It is none of the business of the High Court,' said Justice Bhuyan. On June 3, the actor had refused to apologise, saying he had 'no malice' behind his remarks. The bench also took strong exception to the threats issued against the actor in Karnataka for his comments. 'All the enlightened people of Bengaluru can issue a statement that he is wrong,' said the court. 'Why should there be a resort to threats?' Haasan's remarks At the audio launch in Chennai on May 24, Haasan described his bond with the Tamil language with the words: ' Uyire Urave Tamizhe [My life and my family is Tamil].' He addressed Kannada actor Shivarajkumar, who was at the event, and said: 'Actor Shivarajkumar is my family living in another state… Your language was born out of Tamil. So, you are included in that line.' The actor's remarks sparked a furore in Karnataka, with pro-Kannada group Karnataka Rakshana Vedike threatening to boycott his film. Members of the group tore posters of the film Thug Life in Bengaluru to protest the actor-politician's remarks. Other pro-Kannada organisations also staged protests in Bengaluru, Belagavi, Hubballi and Mysuru, demanding an apology from the actor. On May 28, Haasan sought to clarify his remarks and said: 'I think what I said was said with a lot of love. Historians have taught me the language's history… I didn't mean anything.' The film is directed by Mani Ratnam. Among its producers is Red Giant Movies, a company owned by Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader Udhayanidhi Stalin. The film has been dubbed in several languages, including Kannada.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
South celebs share heartfelt wishes as Shivarajkumar marks 40 years as an actor
Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar has been part of the film industry for 40 years, and celebs from across South cinema sent in their heartfelt wishes. Amid the Kannada language row, Kamal Haasan wished Shivarajkumar in a video message. 'I don't know how Shivanna's career of 40 years went by so soon. He is someone who introduced himself to me as my fan. Today, he has grown into a star, a superstar who is carrying on the legacy of his father,' he spoke in Tamil. Kamal then briefly switched to Kannada, saying, 'Shivanna, hope you are keeping well. Take care, be happy and do more films. Let's talk again — both of us together — on your 50th anniversary. I'll still be there, and our love will still be there. Convey my well wishes to everybody.' Actors like Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Sudeep, Nani, Vijay Deverakonda and Dhruva Sarja sent their wishes through video messages. Director Nelson, of Jailer fame and musician Devi Sri Prasad also wished the actor.
