The controversy surrounding popular Tamil actor Vijay’s upcoming film ‘Jan Nayakan’ is not limited to cinema today, but the case raises big questions about democracy, freedom of expression and political interference.
Whenever a film asks uncomfortable questions to the authorities, it is banned, delayed or pressured. Something similar seems to be happening with βpeopleβs heroesβ.
Politics and art should be separate paths. Politics is a game of power, and art is a mirror of society. When power is afraid of art, then understand that the question is hitting the exact spot.
Actor Vijay is not a new name. He has millions of fans who see him not only as an artist but also as a voice. In such a situation, if his film is being administratively pressured, it clearly seems to be an abuse of power.
The people of Tamil Nadu have always been in favor of freedom of expression. Whether itβs cinema, literature or politicsβpeople here dare to ask questions. Attempting to censor films for political gain is a breach of public trust.
If indeed the delay in the release of ‘Jan Nayakan’ is due to pressure, it is not only an injustice to the producers and the audience, but also an attack on democratic values.
People expect the central government and the prime minister to protect democracy, not to try to suppress it for fear of criticism. If Vijay is entering politics, he should be answered in the political arena, not through his films.
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Clearlyβpolitics should be separate from art. The politics of intimidation, pressure and fear has never succeeded in Tamil Nadu and will not continue.
The people are watching and understanding. Today the question is of βPeopleβs Heroesβ, tomorrow it could be of any other artist. It is therefore important to speak out now and openly support creative freedom.
