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Sudha Kongara moves HC over ₹8 crore unpaid dues for Sivakarthikeyan’s Parasakthi; Idhayam Murali release in trouble

Sudha Kongara moves HC over ₹8 crore unpaid dues for Sivakarthikeyan’s Parasakthi; Idhayam Murali release in trouble

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Filmmaker Sudha Kongara has moved the Madras High Court against production house Dawn Pictures over alleged non-payment of dues. Her film Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan, Sreeleela and Ravi Mohan, was released in January for Pongal, but she claimed in court that she has yet to be paid her dues. The director is also seeking a restraint on the release of Idhayam Murali. Sudha Kongara’s Sivakarthikeyan-starrer Parasakthi was released in January. Sudha Kongara alleges non-payment of dues for Parasakthi Bar and Bench reported that Sudha moved the HC under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act. She is alleging that Dawn Pictures still owes her ₹8.39 crore for Parasakthi. She claimed that despite the film’s release and invoices having been raised, a substantial amount remains unpaid to her. The judge directed that there be no satellite release of Parasakthi till July 8 and directed the producer to file a counter by July 7. It was revealed in court that Sudha’s remuneration for the film was ₹15 crore, with GST payable separately, taking the total amount to …

‘Kamal Haasan called me at midnight at 12:45…’: Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara reveals being praised by Vikram actor

‘Kamal Haasan called me at midnight at 12:45…’: Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara reveals being praised by Vikram actor

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Sivakarthikeyan starrer Parasakthi has been creating a massive storm at the box office, enjoying packed houses across theatres. The film’s strong storytelling, powerful performances, and emotional depth have struck a chord with audiences. Celebrities from across the South Indian film industry have been showering praise on the film, its talented cast, and director Sudha Kongara for her compelling vision. Adding to the accolades, veteran actor Kamal Haasan has now lauded Parasakthi, appreciating its craft and impact. His praise has further amplified the film’s buzz. Kamal Haasan hails Parasakthi Now, in a recent interview, filmmaker Sudha Kongara has revealed that Kamal Haasan personally called her and praised the film. Kongara said, “Kamal Haasan sir saw our film, Parasakthi and called around 12:45. He said, ‘You recalled an incident that happened 60 years ago and made us think about it. That itself is a big thing.’ She further quipped that even she felt the same echoing his thoughts. About the film Parasakthi released in the theatres on January 10, 2026. The film stars Sivakarthikeyan in lead role, …

Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara on Jana Nayagan: “The Censor holds you back, it should not happen to any film”

Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara on Jana Nayagan: “The Censor holds you back, it should not happen to any film”

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Director Sudha Kongara has openly expressed her admiration for actor Vijay and shared her disappointment over the delay in the release of his much-awaited last film Jana Nayagan. She made it clear that she is not just a colleague from the film industry but also a genuine fan who has been eagerly waiting to watch the film like millions of others. Sudha Kongara on Thalapathy Vijay In an interview with India Today, Sudha Kongara spoke warmly about Thalapathy Vijay and her long-standing respect for him. She said, “I love Vijay, probably I am his biggest fan and there is no two ways about it. Because I have met him and told him the same. We were at one point supposed to do a film together. That did not pan out due to various reasons.” Parasakthi director on Jana Nayagan delay Kongara’s latest directorial Parasakthi was initially scheduled to release alongside Jana Nayagan. However, Vijay’s film faced unexpected delays days before its planned release, reportedly due to issues with the Censor Board. Sudha expressed, “Now all …

Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara says she loves Vijay: ‘What happened with Jana Nayagan shouldn’t happen to any film’

Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara says she loves Vijay: ‘What happened with Jana Nayagan shouldn’t happen to any film’

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Director Sudha Kongara is making it clear that she is one of the biggest fans of Vijay and, like hundreds of fans, she is waiting for the release of Jana Nayagan. Sudha’s film Parasakhi is currently playing in theatres and was initially set to clash with Jana Nayagan. However, Jana Nayagan faced delays and was not released on the scheduled days. Vijay will contest in the Tamil Nadu elections and the H Vinoth-directorial is touted to be his last film. What Sudha said Speaking to India Today, Vijay said, “I love Vijay, probably I am his biggest fan and there is no two ways about it. Because I have met him and told him the same. We were at one point supposed to do a film together. That did not pan out due to various reasons.” Talking about Jana Nayagan, Sudha added, “Now all this that is happening, where his film was supposed to come with us… at the audio launch the first thing I said that my film I will watch 200 times but …

Thalapathy Vijay’s fans TARGETING Parasakthi on social media? Director Sudha Kongara REVEALS…

Thalapathy Vijay’s fans TARGETING Parasakthi on social media? Director Sudha Kongara REVEALS…

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Thalapathy Vijay’s fans TARGETING Parasakthi on social media? Director Sudha Kongara REVEALS… Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara Prasad recently gave a hint that Thalapathy Vijay’s fans have been attacking the movie online. Here is what she said. Parasakthi director Sudha Kongara Prasad alleged that her film came across online abuse and hinted that Thalapathy Vijay’s fans were the ones behind it. The filmmaker, without naming the actor, pointed out that Prasakthi had a planned clash with Jana Nayagan, which was later pushed due to a censor row. Sudha added that she faced defamation of the worst kind. She also read out a tweet in which it was asked to apologise. She said that some fans of Vijay asked the makers to apologise as there is one more week and they will forgive. Only then, the movie will be able to run. Sudha Kongara Prasad hints Vjay’s fans targeting Parasakthi online In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Kongara said, “We have a long way to go before we take the …

Sudha Kongara hints Vijay fans are targeting Parasakthi on social media: ‘Slandering, defamation of the worst kind’

Sudha Kongara hints Vijay fans are targeting Parasakthi on social media: ‘Slandering, defamation of the worst kind’

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Sudha Kongara’s Parasakthi, featuring Sivakarthikeyan, Sreeleela, Ravi Mohan and Atharvaa in lead roles, hit theatres on Saturday after receiving CBFC clearance at the eleventh hour. The director has now alleged that fans of Vijay have been targeting the film online, but the actor’s fan base has pushed back strongly, refusing to shoulder the blame. Parasakthi stars Ravi Mohan, Sivakarthikeyan, Sreeleela and Atharvaa. Sudha Kongara slams Vijay’s fans During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Sudha Kongara shared that she had no time to challenge the CBFC’s cut list, claiming that Vijay’s fans are targeting Sivakarthikeyan’s film on social media. The director spoke about what she termed a targeted online backlash against the film, which she claimed was driven by fans of actor Vijay. While she refrained from naming him directly, she alluded to the fact that his film Jana Nayagan was initially slated to clash with Parasakthi. She said, “We have a long way to go before we take the film to where it needs to reach, and I have to do it in …

Did Sudha Kongara hit out at Thalapathy Vijay’s fans for backlash against Parasakthi? Calls it ‘defamation of worst kind’

Did Sudha Kongara hit out at Thalapathy Vijay’s fans for backlash against Parasakthi? Calls it ‘defamation of worst kind’

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Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan in the lead role, was released in theaters on January 10, 2026, coinciding with this year’s Pongal festival. As the film faces mixed reactions from audiences, it appears that director Sudha Kongara believes the backlash is coming from fans of Thalapathy Vijay. Did Sudha Kongara lash out at Thalapathy Vijay’s fans? Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Sudha Kongara said, “There is slander and defamation of the worst kind, hiding behind unknown IDs. We have to counter that. You wonder where it is coming from, and you know where it is coming from.” The filmmaker further explained how a Tamil X (formerly Twitter) page, BlastingTamilCinema, had criticized the film, blaming the mixed reactions on the makers’ initial plan to clash with Jana Nayagan and suggesting that they should apologize to Thalapathy Vijay’s fans. Recalling the post, the director quoted, “CBFC kitta certificate vangurathu perusu illa… Anna fans kitta sorry keetu, apology certificate vaangu… Innum 1 week iruku, avanga manichu vitta Parasakthi oodum.” (It is not a big deal to get a CBFC …

Sudha Kongara alleges targeted online attacks against Parasakthi; says she had no time to challenge censor cuts | Tamil News

Sudha Kongara alleges targeted online attacks against Parasakthi; says she had no time to challenge censor cuts | Tamil News

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Sivakarthikeyan’s Parasakthi released last Saturday amid considerable turmoil surrounding its certification. The film found itself entangled in a censorship standoff with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), eventually receiving approval only after implementing 25 cuts suggested by the board. The sheer scale of these modifications has triggered intense online discussion, with many fans calling the situation excessive and absurd. Director Sudha Kongara has now spoken in detail about the ordeal in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, shedding light on the frantic days leading up to the release. Notably, prior to the film’s release, Sudha had expressed only praise for the CBFC, describing the body as “democratic” and “fair” in a conversation with Galatta Plus. However, her perspective changed after receiving the official cut list. Explaining the shift, she told THR India, “When I did that interview I had not gotten my cut list. I had just been told that I would be certified but only audio cuts would be asked. Two days away from release, I got the cut list at 11 …

Sudha Kongara reveals her initial plans to make ‘small’ love story with Dulquer Salmaan, but dropped it

Sudha Kongara reveals her initial plans to make ‘small’ love story with Dulquer Salmaan, but dropped it

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Director Sudha Kongara is all set to hit the big screens soon with the movie Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan in the lead role. Ahead of the film’s release on January 10, 2026, coinciding with Pongal this year, the director has revealed how she initially wanted to make a love story with Dulquer Salmaan in the lead. Sudha Kongara about her initial plans to make a ‘small’ romantic movie with Dulquer Salmaan Speaking with Galatta Plus, director Sudha Kongara revealed that after Puranaanooru was shelved, she approached Dulquer Salmaan with a romantic story. Although she initially envisioned it as a small film, the scale eventually expanded visually. Kongara said, “I remember, just before this film (Parasakthi), I went to DQ and told him, ‘Dulquer yaar, my movie isn’t happening. Now I have this small love story, let’s do that.’ I narrated the story to him; he was excited, I was excited, but the only thing he asked was… how is this small?” “It wasn’t small, it didn’t turn out to be small. Somehow, that film just visually …

Parasakthi trailer: Sivakarthikeyan rebels against Hindi imposition in gritty period drama from Sudha Kongara. Watch

Parasakthi trailer: Sivakarthikeyan rebels against Hindi imposition in gritty period drama from Sudha Kongara. Watch

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Published on: Jan 04, 2026 06:57 pm IST Parasakthi trailer: Sivakarthikeyan, Ravi Mohan, Atharvaa and Sreeleela star in this powerful story about justice. The film clashes with Jana Nayagan. Parasakthi trailer: The makers of Sivakarthikeyan‘s next film, Parasakthi, have finally released the trailer. The film, directed by Sudha Kongara, promises an action-packed tale of political historical drama revolving around Hindi imposition. It is set in India in the 1960s. After delays in release, Parasakthi will now face off at the box office against Vijay’s final film, Jana Nayagan. (Also read: Jana Nayagan trailer reactions: Disappointed fans compare scenes from Vijay’s film with Balakrishna’s Bhagavanth Kesari) Sivakarthikeyan vows to fight for a cause in the trailer of Parasakthi What is Parasakthi about? The trailer begins with Sivakarthikeyan’s character cracking a joke about Madrasis going to Delhi and speaking in Hindi, and when a Hindi-speaking person comes to Madras, they must speak in Tamil. When the law is passed that Hindi will therefore be considered the main language in India, tensions arise. It sparks protests against anti-Hindi …