The Supreme Court declined to protect cinemas screening ‘Thug Life’ in Karnataka after threats from pro-Kannada groups angered by Kamal Haasan’s language comments. The Kannada Rakshana Vedike threatened arson, prompting a plea for security. Justice Mishra dismissed the petition, advising theatres to “keep fire extinguishers ready” and seek help from the High Court.
SC rejects plea of Thug Life release in K’taka: ‘There are threats of arson’