Jana Nayagan producer upset over A certificate, cites girl child empowerment theme
Producer Venkat K Narayana said Jana Nayagan's A certificate was a disappointment after the makers hoped for a U/A rating. He said the decision limits the film's reach among families despite its message on girl child empowerment.
Jana Nayagan producer Venkat K Narayana has expressed disappointment over the film's receiving an A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). In an interview, he said that the film was intended to inspire younger audiences and promote girl child empowerment and the A certificate limits its reach.
Speaking in a promotional video alongside Bhagavanth Kesari director Anil Ravipudi ahead of the film's July 23 release, Narayana said the makers had hoped the political drama would receive a U/A certificate, so families could watch it together.
"Our film promotes girl child empowerment and encourages positive social change. We were disappointed that it was changed from a U/A to an A certificate, as it is meant to inspire and make young people think. We hoped families could watch it together, so the message would reach more people, but we respect the Censor Board's decision," he said.
The producer also spoke about working with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, calling Jana Nayagan a tribute to the actor's 33-year journey in cinema.
"We meet many people in life, but only a few leave a lasting impression. Vijay sir is one of those rare personalities. This film will definitely be a memorable experience for Vijay sir's fans," Narayana said.
He added that the makers are planning one of the widest releases for a Tamil film.
"We are planning to release it on around 7,000 to 8,000 screens worldwide. It has been designed as a tribute to Vijay sir's remarkable journey in cinema," he said.
Directed by H Vinoth, Jana Nayagan marks Vijay's final film as he shifts his focus to his political career full time. The political drama, inspired by Nandamuri Balakrishna's Bhagavanth Kesari, also stars Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Priyamani and Narain. The film is scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on July 23 after a seven-month delay.
Jana Nayagan producer Venkat K Narayana has expressed disappointment over the film's receiving an A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). In an interview, he said that the film was intended to inspire younger audiences and promote girl child empowerment and the A certificate limits its reach.
Speaking in a promotional video alongside Bhagavanth Kesari director Anil Ravipudi ahead of the film's July 23 release, Narayana said the makers had hoped the political drama would receive a U/A certificate, so families could watch it together.
"Our film promotes girl child empowerment and encourages positive social change. We were disappointed that it was changed from a U/A to an A certificate, as it is meant to inspire and make young people think. We hoped families could watch it together, so the message would reach more people, but we respect the Censor Board's decision," he said.
The producer also spoke about working with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, calling Jana Nayagan a tribute to the actor's 33-year journey in cinema.
"We meet many people in life, but only a few leave a lasting impression. Vijay sir is one of those rare personalities. This film will definitely be a memorable experience for Vijay sir's fans," Narayana said.
He added that the makers are planning one of the widest releases for a Tamil film.
"We are planning to release it on around 7,000 to 8,000 screens worldwide. It has been designed as a tribute to Vijay sir's remarkable journey in cinema," he said.
Directed by H Vinoth, Jana Nayagan marks Vijay's final film as he shifts his focus to his political career full time. The political drama, inspired by Nandamuri Balakrishna's Bhagavanth Kesari, also stars Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Priyamani and Narain. The film is scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on July 23 after a seven-month delay.
Jana Nayagan producer Venkat K Narayana has expressed disappointment over the film's receiving an A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). In an interview, he said that the film was intended to inspire younger audiences and promote girl child empowerment and the A certificate limits its reach.
Speaking in a promotional video alongside Bhagavanth Kesari director Anil Ravipudi ahead of the film's July 23 release, Narayana said the makers had hoped the political drama would receive a U/A certificate, so families could watch it together.
"Our film promotes girl child empowerment and encourages positive social change. We were disappointed that it was changed from a U/A to an A certificate, as it is meant to inspire and make young people think. We hoped families could watch it together, so the message would reach more people, but we respect the Censor Board's decision," he said.
The producer also spoke about working with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, calling Jana Nayagan a tribute to the actor's 33-year journey in cinema.
"We meet many people in life, but only a few leave a lasting impression. Vijay sir is one of those rare personalities. This film will definitely be a memorable experience for Vijay sir's fans," Narayana said.
He added that the makers are planning one of the widest releases for a Tamil film.
"We are planning to release it on around 7,000 to 8,000 screens worldwide. It has been designed as a tribute to Vijay sir's remarkable journey in cinema," he said.
Directed by H Vinoth, Jana Nayagan marks Vijay's final film as he shifts his focus to his political career full time. The political drama, inspired by Nandamuri Balakrishna's Bhagavanth Kesari, also stars Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Priyamani and Narain. The film is scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on July 23 after a seven-month delay.
