Amazon Prime Cancels Deal for Superstar Vijay's Alleged Final Film Amid Censor Board Dispute

Problems continue to mount for South Indian film superstar Thalapathy Vijay's supposed final movie, 'Jana Nayakan'. Due to a prolonged dispute with the Censor Board and subsequent delays in its release, the OTT platform Amazon Prime has canceled its agreement.

According to Indian media, Amazon Prime had a deal worth approximately 120 crore Indian Rupees for the digital rights of 'Jana Nayakan'. However, as the film's censorship controversy remains unresolved, the company decided to cancel the agreement. Typically, OTT platforms finalize deals based on the theater release date, which has become uncertain in the case of this film.

'Jana Nayakan' was initially scheduled for release on January 9. However, the controversy began after the Central Film Certification Board directed the removal of certain scenes, deeming them 'sensitive'. This dispute between the filmmakers and the Censor Board even reached the courts. More than two months have passed, and the film has still not received its censor certificate.

To resolve the dispute, the producers withdrew the case from court and approached the Revising Committee. In this regard, a special screening of the film was scheduled for March 9. However, the screening was canceled at the last minute because a member of the committee suddenly fell ill. This has further pushed back the film's review process.

This is said to be Thalapathy Vijay's final film in his 33-year-long career. He had announced his retirement from acting at an event some time ago. Vijay is now preparing to become fully active in politics.