Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' Lands Into Controversy Amidst Scenic Kodaikanal Shoot
Vijay’s upcoming film Jana Nayagan has been creating waves on the internet with its progress in shooting. The so-called final film of the actor is currently being shot in Kodaikanal. Recently, the H Vinoth directorial has gotten into a controversy for allegedly violating the region’s strict ban on plastic.
The political thriller, also starring Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Bobby Deol in prominent roles along with Thalapathy Vijay, began shooting in the picturesque hill town of Kodaikanal in its current schedule. The lens of the cinematographer Sathyan Sooryan has been recording various scenic locations, including the hilltop village of Thandikudi in the lower ranges of Kodaikanal.
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However, the film has landed in a controversy after allegations surfaced that the production team violated Kodaikanal’s strict ban on plastic water bottles.
The region enforces a complete prohibition on 1-litre and 2-litre water bottles as a part of its environmental protection measures. The rules have been implemented rigorously, with governmental officials checking every vehicle entering the area.
As per reports, despite this strict regulation, the crew of Jana Nayagan used restricted plastic bottles during their shoot in the region.
The issue has raised concerns among the residents and environmental activists, who have now begun questioning the crew’s irresponsible behaviour. Locals also questioned why tourists face strict checks and penalties while film crews are seemingly allowed to operate freely. Many have voiced concerns over the double standards in enforcement and are urging authorities to take appropriate actions.
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Initially planned for an October 2025 release, Jana Nayagan, the upcoming political thriller, witnessed a sudden change of plans. The film, initially set to be delivered as a Diwali treat on October 17, is now aiming for another big festival in Tamil Nadu. As an unexpected turn, the film was pushed to January 9, 2026, coinciding with the Pongal festival.
The film also stars Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, Priyamani and Gautham Vasudev Menon, among others. The music is composed by music director Anirudh Ravichander. With Sathyan Sooryan handling cinematography and Philomin Raj taking charge of editing, the film promises to be a technically sound and visually striking film.
