Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar addressed the controversy surrounding Kamal Haasan's remarks about the origin of Kannada. While acknowledging Haasan as an idol and praising his respect for Kannada and Bengaluru, Shiva Rajkumar emphasized that love for the language should be consistent and demonstrated through long-term commitment, urging everyone to reflect on their contributions to Kannada language and cinema.
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