Kamal Haasan has found himself in hot water, with his upcoming film Thug Life facing ban cries after his controversial comments on the Kannada language. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has demanded an apology from Haasan for his derogatory remarks and warned him that if he fails to do so by May 30, they will not allow Thug Life to hit theatres in the state.

KFCC president M Narasimhalu said, “Many Kannada groups have demanded a ban on his movie. So, we met and discussed the matter, and we’ve decided that he should apologise. We agree that what he did was wrong, and we are trying to meet and talk to him."

Meanwhile, the former president of the film body added, “We have no sympathy for Kamal Haasan. If he does not issue a public apology today or tomorrow, we will support Kannada activists and protest fiercely. Under no circumstances will we allow the film’s release unless he apologises publicly."