Kamal Haasan News | Kamal Haasan Refuses To Apologise, Won't Release Film In Karnataka Right Now

Kamal Haasan Constroversy | Tamil Nadu actor-politician Kamal Haasan has decided to stand his ground in the Karnataka High Court, refusing to apologise for his "Kannada language was "born out of Tamil" comment that is at the centre of a fierce row. He has also decided to not release his film 'Thug Life' in the state right now. The movie, which premieres nationwide Thursday, faces calls for a ban in Karnataka, and the actor had sought direction from the High Court to ensure its release in the state is not blocked in any way. Appearing for Kamal Haasan Tuesday afternoon, senior advocate Dhyan Chinnappa told the court the actor has "the utmost respect for Kannada and nothing more needs to be said..." but did not offer an apology, as demanded by the court, and withdrew a petition asking for security at state movie theatres.