Vijay Mallya

A viral video from a theatre in Karaikudi shows Ajith Kumar fans attacking a supporter of actor Vijay during the re-release screening of the cult film Mankatha — after he waved a TVK (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam) flag inside the auditorium. The man was beaten, had his shirt torn, and was forced out of the venue as others cheered. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about fan rivalry at public screenings.

Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan has missed its Republic Day release due to an ongoing CBFC dispute, with makers now targeting an early February theatrical debut, pending a court verdict.

Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, has run into legal trouble that has stalled its progress, with objections and procedural issues keeping the film in limbo. Here’s a clear breakdown of the case, what’s being contested, and why the project remains stuck despite strong anticipation.

Director Sudha Kongara expressed admiration for Tamil superstar Thalapthy Vijay and called the censor delay faced by his film Jana Nayagan unfortunate, stressing that such situations “should not happen to any film.” She also clarified that there was no rivalry between Parasakthi and Vijay’s movie.

On January 12, Vijay spent close to six hours at the headquarters of the Central Bureau of Investigation in New Delhi.

The CBI has till now questioned several TVK office bearers, driver of Vijay and some police officers in the case.

The planned re-release of Vijay’s blockbuster Theri has been postponed amid ongoing issues with the censor certification of his highly anticipated film Jana Nayagan. Jana Nayagan’s release has been delayed due to disputes over its clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), prompting a hold on Theri’s re-run plans as well.

With Monday’s questioning concluded but not complete, the CBI is expected to summon Vijay again after Pongal.

The declaration has been read both as an assertion of the party’s ambitions and as a message to potential allies, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), amid talk of backchannel discussions.

Sivakarthikeyan said he was “shocked” to learn that his film Parasakthi would clash with Vijay’s Jana Nayagan during the Pongal 2026 release window.

Thalapathy Vijay became emotional during the audio launch of his film Jana Nayagan. Fans are calling the moment the “end of an era.'

The release of Oru Pere Varalaaru, the second song from Vijay’s upcoming film Jana Nayagan, sparked massive celebrations across Chennai.

The event took place at Modi’s six-bedroom home, with several guests flying in from India for the occasion.

The rally, where at least 35,000 people showed up, is doubly significant because it takes place near ex-AIADMK leader K Sengottaiyan's hometown of Vijayamangalam.

International photographer Jim Rydell shared details of the event on social media, thanking Lalit Modi for hosting what he described as a pre-70th birthday party in Mallya's honour.

Jana Nayagan is emerging as a major Tamil theatrical event, with early trade estimates projecting a potential worldwide gross of around Rs 400 crore, placing it among the industry’s biggest releases.

A viral video from the rally showed IPS Isha Singh, Puducherry Superintendent of Police, snatching the microphone from Vijay's aide and TVK general secretary Bussy Anand.

The Puducherry police on Sunday issued advisory restricting entry to the locals and stating a cap on the number of participants in the rally.

Vijay slammed the DMK for questioning his party, the TVK, over its ideology and asserted that his party was founded on solid ideological standpoints

Thalapathy Vijay’s final film Jana Nayagan will host its grand audio launch on December 27 at Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Jalil Stadium, marking his first Malaysia appearance in three years. The event promises an emotional celebration as fans gear up for Vijay’s cinematic farewell.