Tag: film controversy
Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life Gains Buzz from Controversy
Despite being barred from release in Karnataka, Kamal Haasan’s much-anticipated film Thug Life is all set to hit theatres across the rest of India on Thursday, June 5. While the ban in one of India's key film markets may seem like a setback, industry experts believe the controversy surrounding the film has actually boosted its visibility, turning a potential loss into a surprising promotional win.
Ananth Mahadevan Addresses Phule Controversy, Says CBFC Suggested Edits, Not Cuts
Director Ananth Mahadevan has clarified recent reports surrounding the release of his film Phule, based on the lives of social reformers Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule. In a statement given to news agency PTI, Mahadevan explained that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had only suggested "amendments" and not cuts to the film, as earlier speculated. He also addressed the controversy surrounding the film's delayed release, which was largely influenced by protests from the Brahmin community.