Censor Certificate Conundrum: 'Jana Nayagan' Faces Legal Hurdles

The release of Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' has been delayed due to legal battles over its censor certificate. The Supreme Court dismissed the producer's plea, directing them to approach the Madras High Court's division bench on January 20. Vijay's film, initially set for a Pongal release, now faces uncertainty.

The much-anticipated release of the Vijay-starrer 'Jana Nayagan' has hit a roadblock as the Supreme Court on Thursday rejected the producer's plea for an immediate censor certificate. Instead, the court referred the matter back to the Madras High Court, asking for a resolution by January 20.

KVN Productions LLP contested an interim order from the Madras High Court to stall a directive for the Tamil film's censor clearance, initially set for a January 9 release. The film, potentially Vijay's last before his political immersion, sees its future hanging by a thread, amid mounting legal challenges.

Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, representing the producers, argued the urgency of the certificate to avoid financial losses as the film was pre-booked in over 5,000 theatres. Despite his pleas, the Supreme Court panel held firm, urging the matter to be expedited in the lower court.

(With inputs from agencies.)