After Supreme Court clearance, Udaipur Files will hit theatres on August 8, 2025. Director Bharat Shrinate says, “Truth always wins” amid legal and censor challenges.
A city civil court has passed an ex-parte injunction against actor Kamal Haasan, stopping him from making or sharing any remarks that claim linguistic superiority over Kannada language, literature, land, or culture until the next hearing.
Today, On 13th June, The Karnataka High Court, during the hearing on the ‘Thug Life’ controversy, asked, “Has Kamal Haasan not apologised yet?” The Court sought a status update on the Supreme Court proceedings and the actor’s response.
Today, On 19th June, The Karnataka government informed the Supreme Court that it has not placed any restrictions on the release of Kamal Haasan’s film ‘Thug Life’ and is ready to provide protection if the producers decide to screen it.
Despite a Supreme Court order, Karnataka distributor Venkatesh Kamalakar refused to release Kamal Haasan’s ‘Thug Life’, calling it “too risky” and saying it won’t work two weeks after release amid ongoing language controversy.
Today, On 17th June, The Supreme Court has directed that Kamal Haasan’s film Thug Life must be released in Karnataka, firmly stating, “Can’t allow mob vigilance to take over.” The Court said law must prevail over intimidation and threats.
Today, On 13th June, The Karnataka High Court, during the hearing on the ‘Thug Life’ controversy, asked, “Has Kamal Haasan not apologised yet?” The Court sought a status update on the Supreme Court proceedings and the actor’s response.
Today, On 13th June, The Supreme Court issued notice on a plea against the ban on Kamal Haasan’s film Thug Life in Karnataka. It noted, “So-called ban under threats of violence comes from terror and arson against cinema halls.”
Today, On 9th June, The Supreme Court refused urgent hearing on a plea seeking protection for theatres screening Kamal Haasan’s “Thug Life” in Karnataka. The bench asked the Karnataka theatre association to approach the High Court, addressing concerns about fringe groups threatening violence.
