ЁЯОм Madras High Court directs CBFC to issue U/A 16+ certificate for Vijay’s Jana Nayagan
The Madras High Court has intervened in the ongoing certification issue surrounding the highly anticipated Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring actor-politician Vijay, and has directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to issue a U/A 16+ certificate for its theatrical release. This comes after delays and controversy at the censor board stalled the film’s original January 9 release.
ЁЯУЬ Court Verdict
Justice P.T. Asha of the Madras High Court ruled that once a film’s Examining Committee had recommended a U/A 16+ certification — subject to suggested cuts and modifications — the censor board was obligated to issue the certificate after those modifications were completed by the producers. The court set aside a letter by the CBFC chairperson that had referred the film to a Revising Committee, finding that action lacked jurisdiction and was an “afterthought.”
ЁЯУЕ What Happened Earlier
Jana Nayagan was initially scheduled to release on January 9, 2026, but the CBFC’s delay in granting certification — despite the film having complied with all requested excisions — forced the producers to postpone the release. The makers then approached the Madras High Court seeking judicial help to clear the final obstacle.
ЁЯОе Film and Impact
The movie, directed by H. Vinoth and featuring Vijay along with Pooja Hegde, Prakash Raj and others, is widely reported as Vijay’s last cinematic appearance before fully entering politics. The delay in certification had disappointed fans and theatre exhibitors alike, and the court’s order has now cleared a major legal hurdle for its release.
ЁЯУН Next Steps
Following the verdict, the CBFC has approached the Chief Justice seeking permission to appeal the High Court order. Meanwhile, producers and fans await confirmation of a new release date now that the certification issue has received judicial direction.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This article is based on verified reports from multiple news sources and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not endorse or oppose any individual, film or regulatory body’s actions. Legal proceedings and cinema certification processes can evolve, and readers should consult official court and CBFC releases for the most current updates.
