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Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Prakash Belawadi says a leading production house in Kannada made strangers defecate in his vanity van for not compromising on remuneration: 'Four of them threw meat everywhere'
Actor-turned-filmmaker Prakash Belawadi , known for his work in the Kannada and Hindi film industries, has stirred discussion following a recent revelation about a troubling experience with a leading production house in the Kannada film industry. The actor stated that he would not work with them again, even if offered a huge sum of money, but admitted he is afraid to name them. Prakash Belawadi shares horrible experience in Kannada industry Exclusive 'Thandel' Thrill With Naga Chaitanya: Love, Life & Wedding To Sobhita Dhulipala | WATCH In a recent conversation with Just Curious India, the veteran actor revealed that he was subjected to unprofessional treatment after refusing to lower his remuneration for a film. Prakash shared that he would not act under their banner even if they offered him Rs 10 lakh per day. 'Because I wouldn't bend on my rate, but the director wanted me to, they didn't pay me the final chunk of money. On the last day of the shoot, they sent people to my vanity van. Four of them ate, threw meat everywhere, emptied the water, and defecated. It was very hot, and I had to sit outside because it was so stinky,' he revealed. Prakash Belawadi about the cultured part of Sandalwood Prakash acknowledged that not everyone in the Kannada film industry behaves in such an 'extreme' manner and shared how he is pampered in other industries. 'There's no contract in a Kannada film—really backward and uncivilised. If you're a civilised person, your word should be enough. There was a time when Kannada was like that because it's a civilised culture. Most of the producers (who behave like this) aren't Kannadigas. If you work with the Rajkumar family, that's different—they're very cultured,' he added. Prakash Belawadi's work front Prakash Belawadi made his directorial debut with the award-winning English film Stumble in 2003. He was recently seen in Naga Chaitanya 's 'Thandel.'
News18
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Prakash Belawadi Recalls SHOCKING Experience On Kannada Film Set: ‘They Defecated In My Vanity Van'
Veteran actor Prakash Belawadi revealed a shocking incident on a Kannada film set, where his vanity van was vandalised and defecated in after he refused to lower his fee. Respected theatre veteran and acclaimed film actor Prakash Belawadi has opened up about a deeply distressing incident from his past, revealing how a prominent Kannada film banner subjected him to shocking mistreatment after he refused to lower his acting fees. Speaking to Just Curious India, Belawadi shared that he was part of a film produced by a major production house, the name of which he chose not to disclose — not out of professional fear, but due to the disturbing extent of the ordeal. 'I acted in a movie under a big banner. I won't tell the name because I'm scared of them—not in the sense that they won't give me a role, but because even if they offer me ₹10 lakh per day, I'll never work with them again," he stated bluntly. According to the seasoned actor, tensions began when the director asked him to reduce his fee, a request Belawadi respectfully declined. In retaliation, he claims the team withheld part of his payment and, on the final day of shooting, resorted to outright vandalism. 'Four people were sent to my vanity van. They ate inside, threw meat all around, emptied the water tank, and defecated inside. It was unbearably hot, and I was forced to sit outside because of the stench," he recalled. Belawadi clarified that while this incident was deeply traumatic, it doesn't reflect the entire Kannada film industry. He pointed out that such behaviour is often exhibited by those who aren't native to Karnataka. 'Most of the producers who behave this way aren't Kannadigas. If you work with the Rajkumar family, it's a completely different experience—they are extremely cultured," he added, drawing a clear line between respectful and exploitative working environments. Known for his integrity and powerful performances, Prakash Belawadi has long been a respected figure in Kannada theatre and cinema. His filmography spans both South Indian and Hindi films, with standout roles in Madras Cafe, India Lockdown, The Kashmir Files, Airlift, and The Tashkent Files. In Kannada cinema, he has featured in critically acclaimed films like Thandel, Pentagon, Vrithra, and Made in Bengaluru. First Published: June 27, 2025, 21:03 IST
Hindustan Times
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Prakash Belawadi claims someone defecated in his caravan while shooting big-banner Kannada film: ‘Scared to name them'
Actor Prakash Belawadi, who has acted in Kannada and Hindi films for most of his career, recently called out a well-known banner in the Kannada film industry without naming them. In an interview with Just Curious India, he admitted candidly that he's 'scared' of them and that he faced retaliation from them for not reducing his remuneration once. (Also Read: From Narsimha to Kalki: Hombale Films unveils mythological animation franchise with Mahavatar Cinematic Universe) Prakash Belawadi called out producers in the Kannada film industry for 'uncivilised' behaviour. Prakash prefaced his statement by calling the film industry 'crude' in general and stating that while not everyone in Sandalwood is like that 'many' fit the bill. He also claimed that he is treated much better when working in other film industries where he's 'pampered'. He said, 'I acted in a movie under a big banner. I won't tell the name because I'm scared of them. I'm scared not in the sense if they'll give me a role or not. If they give me a role, I'll never work with the banner, even if they offer ₹ 10 lakh per day. Because I wouldn't bend down my rate, but the director wanted me to, they did not pay me the last chunk of money. On the last day of shoot, they sent people to my vanity van. Four of them ate, threw meat everywhere, emptied the water and shat. It was very hot and I had to sit outside because it was so stinky.' Prakash again clarified that not everyone in the Kannada film industry was that 'extreme', pointing the finger at those who fund movies from other states. 'For instance, there's no contract in a Kannada film, really backwards and uncivilised. If you're a civilised person, your word should be enough. There was a time when Kannada was like that because it's a civilised culture. Most of the producers (who do this) aren't Kannadigas. If you work with the Rajkumar family, that's different; they're very cultured.' About Prakash Belawadi Prakash hails from a family of theatre artists in Bengaluru. He has also worked as a theatre artist, journalist and activist. After acting as a child actor in the 1970s, he debuted with the 2003 English film Stumble, which he also directed. Apart from Kannada and Hindi, he has also acted in other languages. He is known for his roles in films like Madras Cafe, Airlift, Sanju, Saaho and more in Hindi. He was most recently seen in Fateh and Thandel.
The Hindu
08-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Bengaluru Town Hall, a citizens collective, to challenge Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, 2024, in Supreme Court
A civic collective organised under the banner of Bengaluru Town Hall has resolved to legally challenge the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act (GBGA) 2024, calling the legislation 'undemocratic and unconstitutional'. The group, comprising planners, lawyers, and citizen volunteers, has begun formulating a legal strategy to contest the Act in the Supreme Court, marking the first formal opposition to legislation since its passage in April. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot gave his assent to the Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill, 2024, and the State government issued a gazette notification. The legislation will allow for establishment of the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) for coordinating and supervising the development of the greater Bengaluru area. The Governor in March returned the Bill passed in both the Houses during the Budget session seeking clarification. The government sent back the Bill providing clarifications. The decision to legally challenge the Act by the BTH is one of four coordinated initiatives launched by the group in response to what it sees as a 'top-down, opaque approach' to urban governance reform in Bengaluru. Prakash Belawadi, actor and activist who is spearheading the BTH, told The Hindu: 'We have decided to challenge the Act legally. As the subject pertains to constitutional violation, we are planning to approach the Supreme Court. We have also held meetings with the advocates on the same. Alongside the legal action, the group has constituted a Masterplan Focus Group consisting of planning experts who are leading a citizen-driven urban master planning exercise — an alternative to government-led processes that they say often lack public participation. This group will prepare a masterplan in adherence with the rules and relevant laws. Another subgroup is drafting a Citizens' Bill for Urban Governance, a grassroots legislative effort that compares existing Bills, model laws, and governance Acts to create a comprehensive and inclusive city governance draft, which the group says it intends to 'gift' to the government. In addition to this to support these efforts, a communications team is building a digital outreach strategy to inform, engage, and mobilize the public around these initiatives.
Hans India
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Citizens' Groups Raise Alarm Over Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, Mull Legal Challenge
Bengaluru: The passage of the Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill, 2024, into law has triggered a wave of concern and resistance among citizen groups and civil society organisations in the city. The Bengaluru Town Hall movement, a prominent pressure group advocating for transparent and decentralised governance, has voiced strong objections, citing violations of constitutional principles and procedural lapses. In a statement issued on Thursday, the group expressed dismay over the Governor's assent to the bill, stating that the law has been enacted 'despite strong objections from citizens and civil groups,' and that its provisions undermine the very spirit of democratic decentralisation enshrined in the Constitution. 'The objections were very serious, especially about violations of the Constitution and lack of due process, and lack of public consultation,' the statement read. 'This law goes against the spirit and letter of the 74th Amendment/Nagarpalika Act 1992, which is the very essence of our democracy.' The 74th Constitutional Amendment, passed in 1992, is widely regarded as a cornerstone of urban democratic governance in India. It mandates the creation of elected municipal bodies and devolution of powers, functions, and finances to urban local governments. Critics of the new Bengaluru legislation argue that it centralises authority, reduces the role of elected representatives, and gives greater control to the state government and bureaucracy. The Bengaluru Town Hall movement, comprising civic activists, urban planners, legal professionals, and residents' welfare associations, has announced that it is actively studying legal options to challenge the newly enacted law. A team is being constituted to explore the viability of a legal recourse. 'We are constituting a team to pursue this. We shall announce our plans shortly,' said Sandeep Anirudhan and Prakash Belawadi in a press release issued today by the BTH. The Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill, 2024, was introduced by the state government with the stated aim of streamlining administration and improving service delivery in the rapidly growing metropolitan area. However, activists contend that the process of drafting and passing the bill lacked adequate public consultation and transparency. 'Any change of this scale to the governance structure of a city like Bengaluru must be subject to wide-ranging consultations, involving citizens, local representatives, and experts,' said a senior member of the Town Hall movement, speaking on condition of anonymity. 'Instead, the bill was rushed through without hearing the voices of the people who live and work in this city.' Legal scholars and constitutional experts have also weighed in, with some raising red flags about the bill's compatibility with the framework laid down by the 74th Amendment. If a legal challenge is mounted, the outcome could have far-reaching implications not just for Bengaluru but for urban governance models across India. Meanwhile, civic activists are calling for increased public awareness and mobilisation to resist what they describe as 'an erosion of local self-governance.' Discussions are also underway for a citywide campaign to educate citizens about the impact of the new law on urban democracy. As Bengaluru continues to grapple with complex urban challenges — from mobility and housing to waste management and water supply — the controversy over the governance bill has sharpened the debate around who truly governs the city, and how.
