Madras HC puts Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' release on hold

Entertainment Jan 10, 2026

Vijay's much-awaited film Jana Nayagan has hit a legal roadblock.
The Madras High Court has paused its release, just as it was set to hit screens on January 9, after an earlier order for a "UA 16+" certificate got challenged.
Now, the movie's fate hangs in the balance until the next hearing on January 21.

What's behind the delay?

The big issue is over who gets the final say in certifying the film.
While one judge told the CBFC to give Jana Nayagan its certificate after some changes were made, government lawyers argued that this move sidestepped official rules.
Meanwhile, producers say these delays are hurting them financially and damaging their reputation—especially since this film is closely tied to Vijay's political messaging.