Madras High Court: News
'₹100 crores not disclosed': Madras HC issues notice to Vijay
The Madras High Court has issued a notice on a petition seeking an investigation into alleged discrepancies in the asset declarations of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief Vijay for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections.
Madras HC dismisses Tamannaah's ₹1cr compensation claim against soap company
The Madras High Court has dismissed actor Tamannaah Bhatia's appeal for ₹1 crore compensation from Power Soaps Limited over the alleged unauthorized use of her images.
'Dhurandhar 2' to keep playing in TN: HC rejects plea
The Madras High Court has dismissed two petitions seeking a stay on the release of Dhurandhar: The Revenge in Tamil Nadu.
Problems mount for 'Jana Nayagan'; HD movie leaked online
The high-definition (HD) print of Thalapathy Vijay's final film, Jana Nayagan, has been leaked on pirated sites. The leak comes as the film awaits its censor certificate after a court battle earlier this year.
Constable, key witness in TN father-son custodial killings, reveals everything
Nine police officers from Tamil Nadu were sentenced to death this week for the custodial deaths of P Jayaraj and his son, J Bennix.
'Jana Nayagan' was halted, so 'TN2026' should be too: Petitioner
The Madras High Court has been approached with a public interest litigation (PIL) petition seeking to halt the release of the Tamil film TN 2026.
9 TN cops get death sentence for father-son custodial killing
A court in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district has sentenced nine police officers to death for their involvement in the custodial deaths of trader P Jayaraj and his son J Benicks.
Madras HC drops income tax charges against Gautham Menon
The Madras High Court has quashed the Income Tax (I-T) department's criminal prosecution against filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon.
Will 'Dhurandhar 2' get banned in Tamil Nadu?
The Madras High Court is set to hear an urgent plea seeking a ban on the Tamil release of Dhurandhar 2, citing potential violations of the Model Code of Conduct for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Madras HC orders Gautham Menon to pay ₹4.25cr to producer
The Madras High Court has ordered acclaimed filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon and his partnership firm Photon Factory to pay ₹4.25 crore with 12% interest from May 2010 to R.S. Infotainment, a film production company led by S Elred Kumar.
Sun TV sues CSK over 'Jailer,' 'Coolie' copyright infringement
Sun TV Network Limited has filed a copyright infringement suit against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Limited in the Madras High Court over the use of content from Jailer, Jailer 2, and Coolie.
Will Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' get delayed again?
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) revising committee screening on Monday for Thalapathy Vijay's highly-anticipated film Jana Nayagan has reportedly been canceled.
'The Kerala Story 2's illegal broadcast barred
The Madras High Court has issued an interim order barring internet service providers and cable TV operators from illegally streaming or airing the film The Kerala Story 2.
Lok Sabha reconstitutes panel probing corruption charges against Justice Varma
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has reconstituted the inquiry committee probing corruption charges against Justice Yashwant Varma.
Madras HC directs FIR against TN minister in cash-for-jobs scam
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) to register a criminal case against DMK Minister KN Nehru immediately.
'Jana Nayagan' producers withdraw HC plea against CBFC
The producers of Jana Nayagan, starring actor-politician Vijay, have withdrawn their legal challenge against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
'Jana Nayagan' release approaching? Producers withdraw Madras HC petition
The producer of the upcoming Tamil film Jana Nayagan has decided to withdraw a writ petition it had filed against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Producer moves HC against Firoz Nadiadwala over 'Hera Pheri' rights
The Madras High Court has questioned producer Firoz Nadiadwala on the status of his upcoming film, Hera Pheri 3.
Vijay must pay ₹1.5cr penalty for tax evasion: Madras HC
The Madras High Court has upheld a ₹1.5 crore penalty on actor-turned-politician Vijay for allegedly failing to disclose income of ₹15 crore during the 2015-16 financial year.
Madras HC sets aside previous order allowing 'Jana Nayagan' release
In a significant development, the Madras High Court has set aside an earlier order that allowed the release of Thalapathy Vijay's final film, Jana Nayagan.
'Jana Nayagan' censor row: HC verdict scheduled for January 27
The Madras High Court will deliver its verdict on January 27, 2026, regarding the CBFC's appeal against a single judge's order to grant a U/A 16+ certificate for actor Vijay's film Jana Nayagan.
Madras HC reserves verdict in Vijay's tax penalty case
The Madras High Court has reserved its verdict on actor Vijay's 2022 writ petition challenging a ₹1.5 crore penalty by the Income Tax Department.
Andhra weighs Australia-style social media ban for kids under 16
The Andhra Pradesh government is considering a ban on social media for children under 16, similar to Australia's recent legislation.
'Udhayanidhi Stalin's Sanatana Dharma remarks are hate speech: Madras court
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday quashed a First Information Report (FIR) against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) IT cell head Amit Malviya.
Madras HC reserves order in Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' release case
In a significant development, the Madras High Court reserved its order in the appeal filed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) against a single judge's directive to grant a U/A 16+ certificate to Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan.
CBFC tells court 14 cuts for 'Jana Nayagan' were provisional
The 14 cuts mandated by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in the upcoming Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, were "intermediary" and not final.
SC dismisses plea seeking censor nod for Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'
The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a plea from KVN Productions, the producer of the Tamil film Jana Nayagan, seeking clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Amid 'Jana Nayagan' row, Vijay's 'Theri' re-release pushed back
The much-anticipated re-release of Vijay's blockbuster film, Theri, has been postponed. The production house V Creations announced on social media on Tuesday that the postponement was requested by producers of other films releasing during the same festive window.
HC reduces rape conviction in deaf-mute survivor's case
The Madras High Court has reduced a man's rape conviction involving a deaf and mute woman to cheating.
'Flabbergasting': Producer comments on 'Jana Nayagan'-CBFC legal tussle
The ongoing legal dispute between the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and the makers of Jana Nayagan has drawn attention from industry insiders.
'Modi, you'll never...': Rahul blames Centre for blocking 'Jana Nayagan'
Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has accused the Information and Broadcasting Ministry of attacking Tamil culture by attempting to block actor-politician Vijay's film Jana Nayagan.
Madras HC orders anti-piracy measures for Aamir Khan's 'Happy Patel'
In a bid to safeguard the upcoming Hindi film Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos from piracy, the Madras High Court has issued an ad-interim anti-piracy order.
Madras HC protects Kamal Haasan's personality rights, allows satire
The Madras High Court has granted actor and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan a significant interim relief in his personality rights case.
'Jana Nayagan' delayed: Producers reach SC, request hearing tomorrow
The producers of the Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring Vijay, have moved the Supreme Court against a Madras High Court order that stayed a directive to grant Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) clearance to the movie.
Kamal Haasan moves Madras HC to protect personality rights
Veteran actor Kamal Haasan has filed a John Doe suit (case against unknown individuals) in the Madras High Court to protect his personality rights, reported The Hindu.
'Jana Nayagan' makers approach Supreme Court over certification row: Reports
The makers of Vijay's Jana Nayagan have approached the Supreme Court, challenging an interim stay by the Madras High Court on the film's certification, reported India Today.
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' won't release for at least 2 weeks
The Madras High Court has temporarily stayed an earlier order that directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to grant a U/A certificate for the Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring actor Vijay.
Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi' receives CBFC nod just in time for release
The much-anticipated Tamil film Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan and directed by Sudha Kongara, has reportedly cleared the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) process with a U/A 16+ certificate.
Big relief: HC orders CBFC to clear Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'
The Madras High Court ordered the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to issue a U/A 16+ certificate for the film Jana Nayagan, starring actor Vijay.
'Jana Nayagan' delay: Tamil film industry voices support for Vijay
The Tamil film industry has come out in support of actor Thalapathy Vijay after the makers of his upcoming film Jana Nayagan announced its postponement due to a censor certificate delay.
Certification issue delays 'Jana Nayagan': When will Vijay's film release?
The release of Vijay's highly anticipated film Jana Nayagan has been officially postponed from its Friday, January 9, release, owing to certification issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
'Jana Nayagan' censor certificate issue: HC to hear case tomorrow
The Madras High Court has postponed the hearing of a petition filed by the makers of Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay.
CBI summons Vijay for questioning in Karur stampede case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has summoned actor-politician Vijay for questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case.
Madras HC upholds order allowing lamp lighting near Madurai dargah
The Madras High Court has upheld an order permitting the lighting of Karthigai Deepam at a stone pillar near the Hazarath Sultan Sikkandar Badhusha Avuliya Dargah on the Thiruparankundram hills.
Madras HC clears Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi' for release
The Madras High Court has given the green light for the Pongal release of Parasakthi, helmed by Sudha Kongara and starring Sivakarthikeyan.
Madras HC orders probe into 'Parasakthi' plagiarism allegations
The Madras High Court has ordered an investigation by the South Indian Film Writers Association (SWAN) into allegations of story theft against the upcoming Tamil film Parasakthi.
'All Hindus should think': TN man self-immolates over lamp-lighting row
A 40-year-old man, Poornachandran, died by suicide in Madurai, Tamil Nadu on Thursday.