Kamal Haasan Statement | Kamal Haasan To Address Press In Chennai Amid Row Before Film Release

Actor-politician Kamal Haasan is set to address the media in Chennai today at noon, just a day before the much-anticipated release of his film Thug Life. The press meet comes amid an ongoing row in Karnataka over Mr Haasan's recent remarks about the origin of the Kannada language, which has led to intense backlash and political uproar. On Monday, Mr Haasan informed the Karnataka High Court that he would not release Thug Life in the state, even as discussions continue with the Karnataka Film Chamber to reach an amicable solution. The court had made a strong observation urging Mr Haasan to either apologise or withdraw his statement, but the veteran actor who had moved the court seeking security stood his ground, asserting there was no malice in his remarks.