The makers of Vijay’s much anticipated Tamil film Jana Nayagan argued before the Madras High Court that announcing a release date before receiving certification from the Central Board of Film Certification is a common and accepted industry practice. During the hearing, they cited the example of Dhurandhar 2, stating that its release date was also announced prior to obtaining censor clearance.

Makers cite Dhurandhar 2 

The argument was presented as part of an ongoing legal dispute surrounding the delay in Jana Nayagan’s certification. The film, produced by KVN Productions, was originally scheduled for a Pongal release. However, complications arose when the CBFC referred the film to a revising committee shortly before its planned release, leading to uncertainty around its theatrical debut.