India, Jan. 10 -- In his first statement since the legal tussle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) at Madras High Court over the certification for Jana Nayagan, producer Venkat K Narayana of KVN Productions calls it 'extremely difficult'. In a video statement, the producer also remarked how Vijay deserves a farewell he earned after decades in the film industry, while explaining the legal issues.

In Venkat's own words, Jana Nayagan was initially cleared for release by the CBFC after the filmmakers incorporated the cuts and modifications suggested. "The film was submitted to the CBFC on 18 December 2025, which was viewed by the examining committee. And on 22 December 2025, we received an email stating the film would be gra...