India, June 19 -- The Karnataka government has told the Supreme Court that it would provide security to theatres if actor Kamal Haasan's film 'Thug Life' is released in the state.

The apex court, meanwhile, said if any threat is issued against screening of the film, the state government will take action against divisive elements.

On Tuesday, the court had came down heavily on the Karnataka government after 'Thug Life' was not screened in theatres in the state. The court had take a strong objection and said mob and vigilantes cannot be allowed to take over streets.

The court's reprimand came amid protests by Kannada activists opposing the film's screening, following Kamal Haasan's controversial remarks on the Kannada language.

The acti...