<p>The Government of India recently honoured Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, singer Adnan Sami, producer Ekta Kapoor and director Karan Johar with the Padma Shri, giving their fans a reason to rejoice. This, however, seems to have offended Shivarajkumar supporters big time as they feel that the government made a big mistake by overlooking the contributions of the 'Century Star' to the film world. </p>.<p>They also questioned the rationale behind giving B-town's 'Queen' the honour even though her body of work pales in comparison to the <em>Om</em> star's impressive filmography. Some fans pointed out that legends like the late Vishnuvardhan too did not get the recognition they deserve, indicating that the problem is more serious than understood at first glance. </p>.<p>The controversy has taken social media by storm. </p>.<p>Meanwhile, Shivanna is working on the eagerly-awaited <em>Bhajarangi 2</em>, which is not a follow up/spiritual sequel to the 2012 release <em>Bhajarangi</em>. The film features Bhavana as the leading lady and it has piqued curiosity. The veteran mass hero is also in talks to star for the Kannada remake of Ajith Kumar and 'Lady Superstar' Nayanthara's <em>Viswasam</em>. </p>.<p>Coming back to Kangana, she was last seen in <em>Panga</em>, which opened to a decent response at the box office, despite clashing with Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor's <em>Street Dancer 3D</em>. She is working on the eagerly-awaited J Jayalalithaa biopic titled <em>Thalaivi</em>. The magnum opus deals with the actress-turned politician's contribution to the film world while highlighting how she emerged as Tamil Nadu's favourite mass leader, earning the nickname/title 'Amma'. </p>.<p><em>Thalaivi</em> has a stellar cast that includes <em>Roja</em> actor Arvind Swami and Prakash Raj. </p>
<p>The Government of India recently honoured Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, singer Adnan Sami, producer Ekta Kapoor and director Karan Johar with the Padma Shri, giving their fans a reason to rejoice. This, however, seems to have offended Shivarajkumar supporters big time as they feel that the government made a big mistake by overlooking the contributions of the 'Century Star' to the film world. </p>.<p>They also questioned the rationale behind giving B-town's 'Queen' the honour even though her body of work pales in comparison to the <em>Om</em> star's impressive filmography. Some fans pointed out that legends like the late Vishnuvardhan too did not get the recognition they deserve, indicating that the problem is more serious than understood at first glance. </p>.<p>The controversy has taken social media by storm. </p>.<p>Meanwhile, Shivanna is working on the eagerly-awaited <em>Bhajarangi 2</em>, which is not a follow up/spiritual sequel to the 2012 release <em>Bhajarangi</em>. The film features Bhavana as the leading lady and it has piqued curiosity. The veteran mass hero is also in talks to star for the Kannada remake of Ajith Kumar and 'Lady Superstar' Nayanthara's <em>Viswasam</em>. </p>.<p>Coming back to Kangana, she was last seen in <em>Panga</em>, which opened to a decent response at the box office, despite clashing with Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor's <em>Street Dancer 3D</em>. She is working on the eagerly-awaited J Jayalalithaa biopic titled <em>Thalaivi</em>. The magnum opus deals with the actress-turned politician's contribution to the film world while highlighting how she emerged as Tamil Nadu's favourite mass leader, earning the nickname/title 'Amma'. </p>.<p><em>Thalaivi</em> has a stellar cast that includes <em>Roja</em> actor Arvind Swami and Prakash Raj. </p>
