Ram Gopal Varma has come out in support of Kamal Haasan amid controversy over his remarks on the Kannada language. Varma tweeted, “Democracy’s new name is intolerance. Despite facts, threatening to ban ‘Thug Life’ in Karnataka until Kamal Haasan apologizes is a new kind of hooliganism.” He later deleted the tweet.
The controversy began when Kamal Haasan made a comment about the Kannada language during the promotion of his upcoming film “Thug Life”. He compared Kannada and Tamil languages, which led to protests from Kannada supporter groups. They demanded a ban on his film “Thug Life”.
Kamal Haasan has responded to the controversy, saying, “We live in a democracy. I trust the law and justice. I have true love for Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala. Nobody will doubt this except those with an agenda. I’ve been threatened before. If I’m wrong, I’ll apologize. If I’m not wrong, I won’t apologize.”
“Thug Life” is set to release on June 5, 2025, in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The film’s release date is approaching, and the controversy surrounding Kamal Haasan’s comments has sparked a heated debate.
Varma’s tweet, although deleted, has shown his support for Kamal Haasan in this matter. The situation highlights the sensitivity surrounding language and regional pride in the film industry.
As the release date of “Thug Life” approaches, it remains to be seen how the controversy will affect the film’s reception.