R Madhavan reacts to Jana Nayagan leak: 'How are people getting away with this?'
Updated On: 13 April, 2026 11:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan was leaked online, sparking outrage across the film industry. R. Madhavan and Suriya condemned piracy, while the CBFC denied any involvement in the leak

R Madhavan
Thalapathy Vijay’s farewell film was set to release in theatres in January this year. However, owing to censor trouble, the film titled Jana Nayagan was delayed indefinitely. However, the film got leaked online last Friday. This has sent shockwaves across the industry, with many speaking up against piracy and the need for action against the crime. Now, actor R. Madhavan has reacted strongly to the incident, calling it extremely disturbing.
R Madhavan reacts to Jana Nayagan leak
On Monday, R. Madhavan took to X and reacted to the film’s leak. He was responding to a post by Suriya, who also condemned the leak. Suriya wrote, “Heartbreaking and unfair — an entire team’s passion reduced to this. I request you all with honesty, please don’t watch, share, or discuss the film here. Respect their work. I stand with my friends and condemn the act; it’s unforgivable.”
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