Major theatre chains like PVR and Cinepolis are yet to open bookings for Jana Nayagan amid uncertainty over CBFC certification. The issue is currently before the Madras High Court, even as early morning shows in Mumbai sell out rapidly

A Tamil Nadu theatre alleged harassment from Vijay fans after choosing to screen Sivakarthikeyan’s Parasakthi over Vijay’s farewell film Jana Nayagan for Pongal. The theatre cited abusive messages and defended its decision, while fans continued to express anger online