D K Shivakumar slams Kannada actors over film festival absence, draws opposition ire
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar criticized the Kannada film industry for their minimal presence at the 16th Bengaluru International Film Festival and their lack of support during the Mekedatu project campaign. This drew sharp reactions from opposition leaders, who accused him of threatening film artists and overstepping his authority.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar criticized the Kannada film industry for their minimal presence at the 16th Bengaluru International Film Festival and their lack of support during the Mekedatu project campaign. This drew sharp reactions from opposition leaders, who accused him of threatening film artists and overstepping his authority.
