&imwidth=800&imheight=600&format=webp&quality=medium "'I need justice,' says Vijay on Jana Nayagan delay; hints at election angle")
Vijay is gearing up for the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. While he is busy with his campaign, the actor, who is also the chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has been facing a couple of challenging months.
Vijay had planned to step into politics after wrapping up his acting career with the release of Jana Nayagan. However, due to clearance issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the film is still on hold. In addition, he made headlines following a stampede during his rally in Karur, which reportedly claimed 40 lives.
Vijay on Jana Nayagan delay and Karur stampede
The actor-turned-politician filed his nomination for the Tamil Nadu elections in Trichy on Thursday. After filing, he addressed a large crowd that had gathered to show their support.
During his speech, Vijay spoke about the delay of Jana Nayagan and the Karur incident, stating that he did not need to explain how multiple parties had united against him.
Hinting at the larger conspiracy against him, Vijay said in Tamil,“I don’t need to tell you how all the parties have come together to oppose your Vijay. As many said, the conspiracy around the Karur incident, and the fact that my final film Jana Nayagan could not be released…What if it made our close-to-heart relationship even stronger? And what if that film became a powerful weapon in the elections? As a brother, son, as your Vijay, I need justice."
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Speaking further, the actor said that multiple forces have come against him. He added, “From the Karur incident to my last film Jana Nayagan, what if it only strengthened our close bond? And what if that film became a powerful weapon in this election? Is that why I was deceived? I need justice too.”
Saying that he has given up the luxuries of life to stand with the people as he went on to slam CM MK Stalin, “I have come here for you, even though I have a luxurious life. I am coming only to repay your gratitude and bear all the pain,” said Vijay, adding, “I will never lie or deceive you. Do you want (current CM MK) Stalin, who works against people, or Vijay, who works for them? That’s all this election is about.”
Vijay has filed his nomination to contest from the Trichy East constituency. He will be contesting from two seats: Perambur in Chennai and Trichy East.
Delay in Jana Nayagan’s release
Jana Nayagan, billed as Vijay’s final film before entering politics, is yet to be released. It was originally scheduled to hit theatres on January 9, but failed to secure CBFC clearance in time.
Although the CBFC has reviewed the film, it has not yet been forwarded to the Election Commission for further review. As of now, no new release date has been announced. The film is directed by H. Vinoth.
