The Madras High Court has put the release of actor-politician Vijay's much-anticipated film Jana Nayagan on hold, allowing an appeal by the CBFC and setting aside an earlier order granting U/A (16+) certification. The matter has now been sent back to a single judge for fresh hearing. The setback carries political significance as Vijay, seen as a potential Chief Ministerial contender, had planned the film's release as a key moment in his political rise, intensifying debates around censorship, politics and public discourse.