BREAKING: CBFC Censors Dr Ambedkar's Visuals, Mention of Vijay's Political Party TVK in Jana Nayagan; Removes 'Om' and 'New India'
The film has received an Adults Only certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification, while makers have not confirmed a release date.
- On Thursday, the Central Board of Film Certification awarded an 'A' certificate to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's film Jana Nayagan, fueling speculation of a July 24 release.
- The action drama faced a seven-month certification delay after initial submission on December 18, 2025, causing it to miss its original January 9, 2026, release date intended for the Pongal festival.
- Canadian distributor York Cinemas posted a teaser on X hinting at the July 24 date, while ticket-booking platform District by Zomato listed the film with the line, "Releasing 24 July, 2026."
- Directed by H Vinoth and produced by Venkat K Narayana, the three-hour film features actors Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, and Gautham Vasudev in key roles.
- This project marks Vijay's final film before his full-time entry into politics, following his oath as Chief Minister on May 10, 2026, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium.
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BREAKING: CBFC censors Dr Ambedkar's visuals, mention of Vijay's political party TVK in Jana Nayagan; removes 'Om' and 'New India'
Sometime back, we informed viewers that Thalapathy Vijay’s last film, Jana Nayagan, has finally been passed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) after a seven-month struggle that dominated the headlines at regular intervals. In this article, we'll focus on the cuts given to the action entertainer.To begin with, the visuals of Dr B R Ambedkar on the cover page of a book were asked to be modified. However, there's no change to the dur…
Jana Nayagan gets ‘A’ certificate; likely to release in theatres on July 24
According to reports, after the makers implemented modifications suggested by the examining committee, the film was initially considered suitable for a 'U/A' certificate; however, the process stalled when a committee member raised an internal objection, claiming certain portions could hurt public sentiments.
CM Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' finally gets an 'A' certificate from CBFC after months of legal battle and delays, after release date announcement
After months of legal battles, certification delays, piracy leaks and endless speculation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' has finall.
Thalapathy Vijay's last film, Jana Nayagan, has received a major reprieve. The Censor Board has cleared the film after nearly seven months. It has received an A certificate, making it ready for release.
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