Did 'Parasakthi' director Sudha Kongara call out Vijay fans?
What's the story
Sivakarthikeyan's Parasakthi, released on January 10, has sparked intense debates over its content and isn't doing well. Director Sudha Kongara recently suggested that a portion of the backlash against her film is driven by fan rivalries, particularly from supporters of Thalapathy Vijay. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, she addressed what she described as "backlash" against Parasakthi. Vijay's Jana Nayagan and Parasakthi were to clash at box office, but the former is stuck in a certification limbo.
Social media trolling
'There is slander and defamation of the worst kind'
Kongara stated that the online negativity surrounding Parasakthi goes beyond fair review. She said, "There is slander and defamation of the worst kind, hiding behind unknown IDs. We have to counter that." She hinted at organized trolling, saying, "You wonder where it is coming from, and you know where it is coming from."
Targeted trolling
Kongara highlighted a specific social media post
Kongara specifically mentioned a Tamil X (formerly Twitter) handle, BlastingTamilCinema, which criticized Parasakthi and linked its mixed reception to its original plan of clashing with Vijay's Jana Nayagan. The post even suggested that the Parasakthi team should apologize to Vijay's fans if they want their film to succeed. She quoted it as saying, "Apologise to Anna's fans and get an apology certificate. There is still one more week. If they forgive you, Parasakthi will run."
Film synopsis
'Parasakthi' plot and cast details
Set in 1960s Tamil Nadu, Parasakthi follows Chezhiyan, a kind railway worker who supports his family. His younger brother is an activist who participates in protests. After facing police brutality and a life-changing event, Chezhiyan changes his mindset and joins the movement for justice. The film also stars Ravi Mohan, Sreeleela, and Atharvaa Murali in pivotal roles. Notably, the state Youth Congress has called for its ban, for showing "baseless" incidents as history. The film is tanking at box office.