Updated On: 25 January, 2026 07:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Pandian Cinemas in Karaikudi slammed Ajith Kumar fans after chaos erupted during the Mankatha re-release. Fans misbehaved, burst crackers, damaged the theatre screen, and allegedly assaulted a Thalapathy Vijay supporter

Ajith Kumar
Ajith Kumar’s 2011 film Mankatha has been re-released in theatres, and fans flocked in large numbers to witness the superstar. However, things turned ugly as massive chaos erupted at Pandian Cinemas in Karaikudi. Fans were misbehaving, bursting crackers, and even fighting inside the theatre, damaging property and assaulting a Thalapathy Vijay supporter. After the incident, theatre management slammed Ajith Kumar fans.
Pandian Cinemas in Karaikudi, while calling out fans of the actor, expressed deep concern about their behaviour inside the theatre. Taking to their official Instagram page, they wrote, “We are always committed to giving our audience the best cinematic experience possible at our theatres. Our goal has always been to create an atmosphere where fans can celebrate cinema, enjoy freely, dance, cheer, and express their love for films in a joyful and positive way. We truly value and appreciate the passion and enthusiasm of our fans; it is what makes cinema celebrations special."