Over three weeks after Madras High Court hearings, producers of Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan have filed a new legal petition against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) over persistent delays. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film—originally eyed for a January release—continues to face certification hurdles amid committee revisions.
The saga surrounding Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan, directed by H. Vinoth and touted as his final film before politics, persists into February. Following initial legal battles in January—where the Madras High Court ordered a U/A certificate only for it to be stayed, and the Supreme Court directed resolution by January 20—the producers have now approached the court again against the CBFC.
Reports indicate the latest action stems from ongoing delays attributed to changes in the certification committee process. While earlier hurdles stalled a planned January 9 release, the film's strong fan interest (over one million BookMyShow expressions) remains, as does scrutiny from industry figures like PC Sreeram.
The entertainment sector awaits clarity on this Tamil political action drama's certification timeline and potential release path. Updates from the legal proceedings will determine if Jana Nayagan can finally proceed to theaters.