Shiv Rajkumar leaps to Kannada’s defense, saying he’d give his life for the language. The actor’s strong words come after Kamal Haasan’s controversial comment sparked outrage.
Shiv Rajkumar, a south Indian actor and filmmaker, recently expressed his admiration for Kannada. He said, “Kannada is my first choice, and I have no doubts about it. All languages are important to me, but as my mother tongue, Kannada is my priority. I can give my life for Kannada.”
The controversy started when Kamal Haasan made a statement during the promotion of his upcoming film “Thug Life.” He claimed that the Kannada language originated from Tamil, which angered the Kannada-speaking community. Many organizations, including the Karnataka Rakshana Vedike, demanded an apology from Kamal Haasan. However, the actor refused, stating that he believes in justice and the law, and if he feels he hasn’t done anything wrong, he won’t apologize.
The Karnataka Rakshana Vedike and other Kannada organizations protested against Kamal Haasan’s comment. Shiv Rajkumar’s statement has now added a new twist to the controversy. It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold. Shiv Rajkumar’s strong words have sparked a mixed reaction on social media, with some praising his loyalty to Kannada and others criticizing his stance.