Legal Hurdles for 'Jana Nayagan': Madras High Court Intervenes

The Madras High Court will continue to hear, on January 7, the case concerning the movie 'Jana Nayagan' seeking a censor certificate for a January 9 release. The court asked the CBFC to present a complaint alleging the film hurts religious sentiments; the film was previously recommended for a U/A certification.

The Madras High Court has scheduled further hearings for a plea by the creators of 'Jana Nayagan,' starring Vijay, who seek a censor certificate for release on January 9.

Justice P T Asha has requested the Central Board of Film Certification to provide a copy of the 'complaint' claiming the film 'hurts religious sentiments' during a session on Wednesday.

The filmmakers indicated that the film was sent for 'review' after an initial U/A certification recommendation. The next hearing is set for January 7.

(With inputs from agencies.)