Bengaluru: The Janata Dal (Secular) on Friday wrote to the Election Commission demanding a ban on the screening and telecast of Kannada superstar’s films, shows and advertisements. Kichha SudeepThey claim that they can influence voters in the upcoming assembly elections.
On Wednesday, Sudeep confirmed that he would campaign for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).BJP,
Speculations were rife about Sudeep and fellow big screen star Darshan Tugudeepa joining the BJP. The former, however, clarified that he would only campaign for “his friends” in the BJP as opposed to joining the party and would also not contest the May 10 assembly elections.
The superstar was in the media spotlight on Wednesday amid speculation that he might join the ruling party.
Addressing a joint press conference with Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj bommai On Wednesday, Sudeep said, “I had no need to come here, and I am not here for any platform or money. I am here only for one person. I have a lot of respect for CM Mama (Bommai).” That’s why I’m announcing.” My full support to Bommai sir.”
Asked whether he believes in the BJP’s ideology, Sudeep said, “As a citizen, I fully respect some of the decisions taken by PM Modi, but this is my point of view. But today It has nothing to do with sitting here.”
CM Bommai further said that Sudeep does not belong to any political party.
Reacting to the superstar’s statement on Wednesday, South star Prakash Raj said, “I am shocked and hurt by Kichha Sudeep’s statement.”
Meanwhile, KP Sripal, a Shivamogga-based lawyer, on Wednesday wrote to the Election Commission seeking a stay on screening and telecast of Kannada superstar Kiccha Sudeep’s films, shows and advertisements till the results of the assembly elections are announced.
Polling for the Karnataka Legislative Assembly is scheduled on May 10 and the counting of votes will take place on May 13.
On Wednesday, Sudeep confirmed that he would campaign for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).BJP,
Speculations were rife about Sudeep and fellow big screen star Darshan Tugudeepa joining the BJP. The former, however, clarified that he would only campaign for “his friends” in the BJP as opposed to joining the party and would also not contest the May 10 assembly elections.
The superstar was in the media spotlight on Wednesday amid speculation that he might join the ruling party.
Addressing a joint press conference with Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj bommai On Wednesday, Sudeep said, “I had no need to come here, and I am not here for any platform or money. I am here only for one person. I have a lot of respect for CM Mama (Bommai).” That’s why I’m announcing.” My full support to Bommai sir.”
Asked whether he believes in the BJP’s ideology, Sudeep said, “As a citizen, I fully respect some of the decisions taken by PM Modi, but this is my point of view. But today It has nothing to do with sitting here.”
CM Bommai further said that Sudeep does not belong to any political party.
Reacting to the superstar’s statement on Wednesday, South star Prakash Raj said, “I am shocked and hurt by Kichha Sudeep’s statement.”
Meanwhile, KP Sripal, a Shivamogga-based lawyer, on Wednesday wrote to the Election Commission seeking a stay on screening and telecast of Kannada superstar Kiccha Sudeep’s films, shows and advertisements till the results of the assembly elections are announced.
Polling for the Karnataka Legislative Assembly is scheduled on May 10 and the counting of votes will take place on May 13.