Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life In Trouble? Producers Move To High Court After KFCC Boycott Film Release – Deets Inside

The decision to ban screenings of Thug Life in Karnataka followed by reports that Kamal Haasan remarked during a promotional event in Chennai, stating that “Kannada was born out of Tamil.” In response, a plea has been filed before the Karnataka High Court, requesting directions to allow the release and screening of the Haasan-starrer in Karnataka without interference.

Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life Producers Approach High Court

This move came after the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC)—an organisation representing film producers, distributors, and exhibitors that promotes the film industry and regional cultures such as Kannada, Konkani, Tulu, and Kodava—decided to boycott the movie, which is scheduled for release on June 5. The KFCC announced that the film would not be screened in Karnataka unless Haasan issued an apology for his comment.

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Kamal Haasan’s alleged remark prompted the KFCC to take this stance, claiming that his statement was disrespectful. However, a co-producer of the film, Raajkamal Films International, argued before the High Court that Haasan’s comments had been misrepresented and taken out of context. The producer clarified that Haasan’s remarks were meant to express camaraderie and respect towards the people of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The statement was part of a broader conversation that also involved Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar, who affirmed Haasan’s positive regard for Kannada.

What Does The Plea Request Include?

The plea contends that Haasan’s statement was deliberately misconstrued, resulting in unwarranted backlash. It also highlights that the production company has invested approximately Rs 300 crores in the film. It marks a significant collaboration between director Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan, featuring Trisha Krishnan and TR Silambarasan, with music composed by AR Rahman.

The petition emphasises that audiences worldwide, including those in Karnataka, are eagerly awaiting the film’s release. The producer previously submitted a representation to state authorities, including the police, seeking protection for the film’s release without disruption. Since no favourable response was received, the producer has now approached the High Court seeking relief. The plea requests the Court to:

• Issue directives restraining any party, including state authorities and the KFCC, from taking any measures to prevent or restrict the screening of “Thug Life” in Karnataka.
• Mandate the state authorities to provide necessary security to the film’s cast, crew, screening personnel, and viewers, ensuring the film’s uninterrupted release from June 5.
• Prevent the KFCC and other respondents from issuing any orders to enforce the ban or hinder the film’s distribution and screening in Karnataka.

The case is currently pending before the Court and has yet to be heard.

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