The release of Thalapathy Vijay's highly anticipated film, 'Jana Nayagan,' continues to face hurdles as the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has filed a caveat in the Supreme Court. This move intensifies the legal battle surrounding the film's certification and release.

The CBFC's decision to file a caveat means that the Supreme Court cannot pass any order related to 'Jana Nayagan' without hearing the CBFC's side of the argument. This action anticipates a potential challenge from the film's production house, KVN Productions, following a recent ruling by the Madras High Court.

The legal issues began when a complaint alleged that 'Jana Nayagan' offended religious sentiments and portrayed the armed forces negatively. This led to the CBFC withholding a censor certificate, further delaying the film's release, which was originally scheduled for January 10.

Earlier, a single-judge bench of the Madras High Court had directed the CBFC to issue a censor certificate for the film. However, this order was overturned by a division bench, which directed a fresh hearing, giving both the production house and the CBFC an opportunity to present their arguments. The High Court noted that the single judge should have granted the CBFC more time to file a counter-argument.

KVN Productions was reportedly considering withdrawing its case from the Madras High Court due to the extensive delays. However, the CBFC's move to file a caveat in the Supreme Court suggests the board anticipates the production house may appeal to the higher court. The CBFC's caveat demonstrates their intent to protect their position and ensure their voice is heard in any potential litigation concerning the film's certification.

The fate of 'Jana Nayagan' now hangs in the balance, with the legal battle escalating to the national level. The film's release remains uncertain until it receives clearance from the CBFC. A fresh hearing is expected to take place at the Madras High Court.

Vijay's father, Chandrasekhar, has alleged that political pressure is behind the film's release delay. With the CBFC's latest move, the censorship issue has transformed into a full-blown legal matter, leaving the film's destiny in the hands of the courts.