ThePrint ThePrintPod: Row over Vijay's movie 'Jana Nayagan': How the nail-biter played out in Madras HC
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Jan 9, 2026 A dramatic legal battle unfolds as the Madras High Court reviews the release of Vijay's film, Jana Nayagan. Initially cleared by the CBFC, the film faced unexpected scrutiny with a referral for a fresh review. The court criticizes the complainant, raising questions about the CBFC chairperson's powers. Despite a single judge’s order for immediate certification, a division bench stays the release pending further hearings. With the political backdrop of state elections, uncertainty looms over ticket sales and the film's fate.
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Producer Shocked By Late Re-Review
- KVN Productions applied for certification and complied with required cuts, then faced a surprise re-review referral.
- The complaint prompting the referral came from a member who had earlier signed the unanimous approval.
Objections Were Largely Addressed
- The referral was triggered by a complaint alleging risks to religious harmony and armed forces portrayal.
- The court found most objections were already addressed by the examining committee's directed cuts.
Chairperson's Referral Power Is Time‑Bound
- The court found the CBFC chairperson's power to refer films is time‑limited and not open‑ended.
- Once the examining committee's decision was communicated, the chairperson's jurisdiction to refer ceased.