Ram Charan’s ‘Game Changer’ Draws Flak Over English Title, Protestors Demand Change
A controversy has erupted in Karnataka over the upcoming pan-Indian film ‘Game Changer’, directed by noted South Indian filmmaker Shankar, with Ram Charan in the lead role. The film is set to release worldwide on January 10 as a grand Sankranti festival offering.
The recently released trailer has garnered a positive response, with fans expressing excitement about Ram Charan’s performance, predicting that he will once again mesmerize audiences.
However, the film has sparked protests in Karnataka due to its English title. Reports indicate that some locals were angered by the lack of a Kannada title and expressed their discontent by spraying paint on the film’s posters.
The hashtag #BanGameChangerInKarnataka has since been trending on social media, reflecting the growing agitation.
The protesters are reportedly demanding that the film’s title be changed to Kannada, as they believe an English title disregards their language.
This incident highlights a broader sentiment in Karnataka, where many people display strong pride in their local language. Similar incidents have occurred recently, with attacks on malls and hotels bearing English names.
The protests have now extended to other Sankranti releases, with locals expressing displeasure over titles written in English or Telugu on film posters. Videos of protestors defacing movie posters with spray paint have gone viral on social media, further fueling the controversy.