Legal Dispute

Weeks after Madras High Court hearings failed to resolve certification issues, Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan remains stalled by CBFC disputes, inflicting a Rs 100 crore loss on Tamil Nadu theatres and threatening single-screen closures amid concerns over certification transparency.

January 30, 2026 Reported by AI

The Western Cape High Court has granted interim relief to LivPadel Knysna Hollow, halting a municipal decision to close its padel courts over noise complaints. The order suspends enforcement until a full review, allowing the facility to reopen during the peak holiday season. This development comes amid ongoing financial pressures on the Knysna Municipality.

The much-anticipated sequel Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, will release globally on December 12 following legal clearance from the Madras High Court. Paid premieres are scheduled for December 11. The makers announced the date on December 9.

December 09, 2025 Reported by AI

Motown legend Smokey Robinson has alleged in a court filing that a housekeeper suing him for sexual assault burglarized his family's storage unit, stealing thousands in property. The claim, supported by security footage, adds a new layer to the ongoing civil litigation involving six anonymous former employees. Robinson's team is seeking a restraining order to prevent further access.

Pablo Medina, controller of Inmobiliaria Fundamenta, rejected claims of irregularities in the judicial steps that allowed the Eco Egaña Comunidad Sustentable project to proceed in March 2023. In an interview, he defended the legality of the actions before the Supreme Court and denied any undue influence. The controversy arose after a Ciper report on the law firm Lagos, Vargas & Silber.

November 19, 2025 Reported by AI

Lucía Oliver, Wanda Nara's former secretary, is suing the host for 30 million pesos, claiming she was never formally employed and her salary did not match their agreement. Nara hit back, accusing her of stealing quail eggs and duplicating her bank cards. The former employee submitted chats as evidence in court.