Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' faces legal challenge: Madras HC seeks response
Madras High Court seeks response from CBFC, producer, and director over a plea against 'Jana Nayagan'.
Petitioner Chinnasamy alleges scenes defame Pappapatti village and seeks review of the censor certificate.
No interim stay was granted; next hearing is set for August 6.
The legal challenge follows the film's successful theatrical release on July 23.
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