In Focus Podcast | ‘Jana Nayagan’ vs. the CBFC: What goes behind censoring 720 hours of film?

Jan 19, 2026
5 min read
65% UPSC
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The Hindu - National
By Vaidra Editorial TeamIAS-qualified experts with 15+ years UPSC coaching experience

Overview

Key Points

  1. Release of Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' delayed due to intervention by Revising Committee.
  2. The film's budget is approximately ₹500 crore.
  3. The film was scheduled for release in January 2026.
  4. Between 2017 and 2025, the CBFC altered over 720 hours of film content.
  5. 76% of the modifications by CBFC were deletions, totaling nearly 550 hours.
  6. Aroon Deep from The Hindu is a guest on the 'In Focus' episode.
  7. The 'In Focus' episode was published on January 19, 2026.

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