Madras High Court Reserves Verdict on CBFC Appeal in Vijay's Jana Nayagan Certification Case

The release of Tamil actor Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' remains uncertain as the Madras High Court reserved its verdict on January 20 regarding an appeal by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The dispute centers on the CBFC's referral of the film to a Revising Committee after an examining committee recommended a UA certificate, following complaints about religious sentiments and armed forces portrayal. Producers cited industry practices, including the film 'Dhurandhar 2', to justify announcing release dates before certification. The court noted procedural concerns, including insufficient time for CBFC to respond, and declined to grant relief based on the film's Rs 500 crore investment. Streaming partner Amazon Prime Video reportedly threatened legal action due to release date uncertainty. The case highlights ongoing tensions in India's film certification process and delays affecting theatrical releases.