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Vijay’s Jana Nayagan: Producer reveals why CBFC asked to modify Ambedkar-TVK dialogue | Tamil News

Vijay’s Jana Nayagan: Producer reveals why CBFC asked to modify Ambedkar-TVK dialogue | Tamil News

3 min readHyderabadJul 16, 2026 10:23 PM IST With Vijay’s Jana Nayagan finally set to release on July 23 after months of delays, producer K Venkata Narayana of KVN Productions has spoken publicly for the first time about the specific changes the Central Board of Film Certification demanded before granting the film its certificate. In an interview with NDTV, Venkata Narayana revealed that one of the key modifications involved a dialogue that drew a connection between Dr BR Ambedkar’s Constitution and the constitution of Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK). The original dialogue, he explained, essentially stated that if Ambedkar’s Constitution is not followed, then TVK’s constitution would apply. K Venkata Narayana framed the dialogue as something far simpler than how it was interpreted. “If you don’t follow the constitution, what will be the consequence. In a more relatable way, it has been put across. It’s common language. Even at home, you will tell the child, if you don’t follow the rule that has been made, next follows the consequence,” he said, adding, “Since there …

Blocked, censored, and pressured: The long history of Vijay films being stopped before they could reach his fans | Tamil News

Blocked, censored, and pressured: The long history of Vijay films being stopped before they could reach his fans | Tamil News

5 min readHyderabadUpdated: Mar 9, 2026 06:30 PM IST Vijay’s final film Jana Nayagan has now been stuck in certification limbo for nearly three months, with no release date in sight. It is an unprecedented situation, but for those who have followed his career closely, the sight of a Vijay film hitting a wall before it reaches theatres is not entirely unfamiliar. Over the course of his career, several of his films have run into political pressure, legal challenges, and last-minute certification trouble before they could make it to the big screen. The names and reasons changed each time, but the pattern has remained consistent. In 2013, Thalaivaa was set for release worldwide on August 9. Fans across the globe watched it on the big screen. Theatres in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry stayed dark. The primary issue was the film’s tagline, “Time to Lead,” which the AIADMK government, led by Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, reportedly viewed as a direct challenge to her leadership. The production team was forced to make several concessions, including removing the …

Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan to undergo censor on March 9? Movie likely to be released in May 2026

Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan to undergo censor on March 9? Movie likely to be released in May 2026

Thalapathy Vijay starrer Jana Nayagan was initially slated to release on January 9, 2026. Directed by H. Vinoth, the movie has not yet hit the big screens as it is awaiting its censor certificate. Now, it appears that the film might be released in theaters by May 2026. Is Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan set to release in May 2026? According to a report by Valai Pechu, the makers of Jana Nayagan have received an email from the Revising Committee of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Apparently, the film will be screened by the committee on March 9, 2026, at 2 pm. If the censor process goes through smoothly, the movie could hit the big screens in early May 2026, after the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections conclude. However, this remains a report for now, and an official confirmation is yet to be made. More about Jana Nayagan Jana Nayagan, featuring Thalapathy Vijay, is touted as the superstar’s final cinematic appearance. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film follows the story of Thalapathy Vetri Kondan, a …

Amid growing uncertainty over Jana Nayagan’s release, Silambarasan TR rallies behind film: ‘We cannot separate Jana Nayagan and Vijay’ | Tamil News

Amid growing uncertainty over Jana Nayagan’s release, Silambarasan TR rallies behind film: ‘We cannot separate Jana Nayagan and Vijay’ | Tamil News

3 min readMumbaiFeb 5, 2026 10:42 PM IST With each passing day, clouds continues to surround the release of Vijay’s Jana Nayagan, which was initially slated for a theatrical debut during Pongal. Court cases are becoming increasingly complex, hope remains fragile, clarity on when the film will finally hit theatres is still elusive. Amid this, many in the film industry have voiced their support for the movie, which is currently entangled in a certification battle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Among the latest to publicly back the project is actor Silambarasan TR. In a conversation with Vikatan, the Thug Life actor said, “We cannot separate Jana Nayagan and Vijay. He has been in this industry for so many years and has worked in a film for one last time. I put up a post supporting him, as the film should come out. I neither know politics nor have the relevant experience in it. I am also not the right person to speak about it. I wish him the best for his upcoming …

Big turn in Thalapathy Vijay’s last film battle as makers decide to…

Big turn in Thalapathy Vijay’s last film battle as makers decide to…

Jana Nayagan’ Release Row: Big turn in Thalapathy Vijay’s last film battle as makers decide to… Home News and Gossip Jana Nayagan’ Release Row: Big turn in Thalapathy Vijay’s last film battle as makers decide to… Vijay’s film Jana Nayakan was earlier scheduled to release on January 9 (Pongal), but the release was postponed due to lack of certification from the censor board. Now, the case takes a new turn. Read on to know more. Vijay’s film Jana Nayakan has been in controversy for a long time. The film was earlier scheduled to release on January 9 (Pongal), but the release was postponed due to lack of certification from the censor board. This caused a lot of confusion among fans. Gradually, the matter reached the court and a legal battle began. Now suddenly there is news that the makers of the film are considering withdrawing from this legal battle. With this, the entire story has taken a new turn …

Vijay says he won’t ‘succumb to pressure or commit corruption’ at TVK event; unveils party symbol | Tamil News

Vijay says he won’t ‘succumb to pressure or commit corruption’ at TVK event; unveils party symbol | Tamil News

Even though the release of his political action drama, Jana Nayagan, remains in limbo with no respite in sight, Tamil star “Thalapathy” Vijay seems to have moved on and returned to the helm of his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), as it gears up for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. On Sunday, January 25, Vijay took part in a massive party event in Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram), where he addressed the TVK cadre and assured them that he wouldn’t yield to political pressure. “The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has directly surrendered to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has indirectly surrendered to it. We do not bow down to any pressure. Does this face look like it would succumb to pressure? That will never happen,” Vijay reportedly said while addressing the gathering. Describing the upcoming state polls as a “democratic battle,” he urged party activists to become the commanders who lead TVK to victory. Border 2 Box Office Collection Day 2 Updates: Sunny Deol-starrer earns over Rs …

Before Jana Nayagan, Vijay had Mersal — the movie mired in controversy over its critical take on GST, medical malpractice and Digital India | Tamil News

Before Jana Nayagan, Vijay had Mersal — the movie mired in controversy over its critical take on GST, medical malpractice and Digital India | Tamil News

While Jana Nayagan is struggling to reach theatres on the earlier announced date of January 9, due to the non-receipt of the certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), fans of ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay are reminded once again of the tumultuous days leading up to the release of Mersal (2017), helmed by Atlee, which was also rocked by numerous controversies. Even as Jana Nayagan is facing resistance solely from the CBFC, Mersal encountered objections from various quarters, with political parties and even a section of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) raising concerns over the movie’s content. Starring Vijay in a triple role, Mersal centres on the rampant medical malpractices in the country and the government’s inability to ensure free and quality healthcare for its citizens. The movie’s turbulent period began when producer A Rajendran of Film Factori approached the Madras HC regarding the movie’s title, claiming he had registered similar titles, Merrasalaitan and Naan Merrasalaitan, with the Tamil Film Producers Council in 2015. He pointed out that he had been renewing their registration every …