‘Jana Nayagan’ Censor Controversy Ends: Producers Withdraw Case Against CBFC
On February 9, 2026, the producers of the film ‘Jana Nayagan’, submitted a letter to the Madras High Court withdrawing the writ petition.
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On February 9, 2026, the producers of the film ‘Jana Nayagan’, submitted a letter to the Madras High Court withdrawing the writ petition.
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