Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ has opened to an unprecedented fan frenzy as audiences throng theaters 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 theater in Namakkal sparked a fresh controversy over the alleged overpricing of tickets. The clip has sparked a wide-ranging debate on social media, with fans questioning whether theaters are abiding by government-approved ticket pricing rules for one of the biggest Tamil releases of the year.
Fans question theater over higher ticket prices for ‘Jana Nayagan’
A video circulating widely on social media shows a heated argument between audience members and theater staff over the ticket price of ‘Jana Nayagan’. In the clip, angry fans argue with theater management in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu. A fan asked why tickets were allegedly being sold for Rs 300 when they believed the allowed rate was much lower. But the theater management rejected the claim and blamed the fans for selling tickets at a higher price. “Who has allowed you to sell tickets at 300 rupees?” asked a man from the theater management. “Call the CM’s office and ask if you can sell it for Rs 300.” Another, on the other hand, continues to question the management about the prices, while the theater staff insists that the rates were fixed according to the instructions received from the distributors. The exchange has since gone viral, with many users questioning whether the theater had breached the approved pricing rules.
There are strict ticket price rules for ‘Jana Nayagan’
The controversy comes as the authorities have issued strict instructions to theaters to follow the ticket pricing structure approved for Jana Nayagan, considering it is Vijay’s first film after taking charge as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. Officials have repeatedly warned cinema owners not to charge more than government-approved rates or commit to unauthorized premium prices. As a result, this viral video has sparked new debates on social media, with many supporters calling on the relevant authorities to ensure that all movie theaters follow these rules to avoid overcharging when watching the film.
More about “Jana Nayagan”
Apart from Vijay, ‘Jana Nayagan’ also stars Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Gautham Menon and others. H Vinoth’s direction has music by Anirudh Ravichander, and the film has received ‘A’ from CBFC.