Kamal Haasan’s affection for Bengaluru fans at 'Thug Life' press meet overshadows language controversy
etimes.in / May 28, 2025, 13:35 (IST)
Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life,' starring Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan, is generating immense buzz ahead of its release. During a Bengaluru press meet, both actors expressed their gratitude to fans. However, Kamal Haasan's remark about Kannada's origin sparked controversy, drawing criticism from Kannada linguistic groups. The film, featuring music by AR Rahman, promises an intense action drama with political undertones.