The Madras High Court allowed an appeal by the Central Board of Film Certification against an order directing immediate censor clearance for the Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan.
The Court said the single-judge should not have examined the merits of complaints about the film’s content and sent the case back for fresh consideration.
The dispute arose after the film, scheduled for release on January 9, was referred to a Revising Committee despite the Examining Committee recommending a ‘UA 16+’ certificate and the producers complying with all suggested cuts.
The Court set aside the earlier order, meaning the film’s release will remain delayed while the writ petition is reconsidered.
[CBFC v. KVN Productions]
