Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ has opened to unprecedented fan frenzy as audiences throng theatres for the actor’s first release after becoming the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. However, hours before the film’s theatrical debut, a viral video from a theatre in Namakkal sparked a fresh controversy over alleged ticket overpricing. The clip has ignited widespread debate on social media, with fans questioning whether theatres are complying with the government-approved ticket pricing rules for one of the year’s biggest Tamil releases.
Fans question theatre over higher ticket prices for ‘Jana Nayagan’
A video circulating widely on social media shows a heated argument between moviegoers and theatre staff over the price of ‘Jana Nayagan’ tickets. In the clip, angry fans are disputing with theatre management in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu. A fan asked why tickets were allegedly being sold for Rs 300 when they believed the permitted rate was much lower. But the theatre management refused the claim and blamed fans for selling tickets at a higher price. “Who has allowed you to sell tickets at Rs 300?” asked a man from the theatre management. “Call up the CM’s office and ask if you can sell it for Rs 300.” Another, meanwhile, keeps asking management about the pricing, while theatre staff insist that the rates were fixed according to instructions received from distributors. Since then, the exchange has gone viral with many users asking whether the theatre had flouted the approved pricing norms.
Strict ticket pricing rules in place for ‘Jana Nayagan’
The controversy arises as authorities have reportedly issued strict instructions to theatres to follow the approved ticket pricing structure for Jana Nayagan, considering it is Vijay’s first film release after taking office as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. Officials have repeatedly warned cinema owners against charging more than the government-approved rates or engaging in unauthorised premium pricing. This viral video has consequently led to new debates on social media, with many supporters calling for relevant authorities to ensure all movie theatres adhere to these rules to avoid being overcharged when watching the movie.
More about ‘Jana Nayagan’
Apart from Vijay, ‘Jana Nayagan’ also features Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Gautham Menon, and others. H Vinoth’s directorial has music by Anirudh Ravichander, and the film has received ‘A’ from CBFC.
