Supreme Court Intervenes to Ensure 'Thug Life' Screens in Karnataka
The Supreme Court instructed the Karnataka government to prevent disruptions and provide security for the screening of 'Thug Life.' Assurances were given that necessary measures would be taken to protect theaters. The court dismissed the PIL, emphasizing that mob influence should not hinder artistic expression.
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The Supreme Court of India has directed the Karnataka government to take decisive action against those attempting to obstruct the screening of 'Thug Life,' a film starring Kamal Haasan.
During the hearing, Justices Ujjal Bhuyan and Manmohan received assurances from the state government regarding adequate security provisions for theaters.
The court stressed the importance of preventing any 'divisive elements' from hindering artistic expression, thereby closing the PIL without further guidelines, after prior confrontations over the film's screening.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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