Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan, who celebrated Pongal in Delhi on Wednesday, spoke openly about the censorship challenges faced by his film Parasakthi and the online fan wars involving Vijay’s Jana Nayagan. The actor clarified that he never intended to use the situation for controversy or publicity and emphasised unity within the Tamil film industry.
Referring to Vijay as his brother, Sivakarthikeyan dismissed the recent social media clashes between fans of the two actors. “We don’t have to worry about a few fans talking about it, and we don’t have to generalise it. It’s not a problem. We are always like brothers, and it will remain the same,” he said, urging fans not to fuel unnecessary conflict.
Addressing allegations that Parasakthi carried a political agenda, Sivakarthikeyan firmly denied any propaganda. “No controversy at all. People are understanding it in the right way. If they watch the film fully, they will understand what we intended. We are not trying to say anything extra,” he explained.
The actor also confirmed that Jana Nayagan, Vijay’s film which was earlier set for a box-office clash with Parasakthi, would be released soon. The film’s release was postponed due to delays in receiving its censor certificate, and its producers are currently pursuing legal remedies. Sivakarthikeyan added that he had personally wished Vijay well on his political journey and continued to support him publicly.
Sivakarthikeyan marked the festival celebrations in the presence of Narendra Modi and Union Minister L Murugan, calling the occasion special and memorable.
Meanwhile, Parasakthi, directed by Sudha Kongara, has faced mixed reactions from audiences and political groups. The film, which revolves around two brothers involved in the anti-Hindi imposition movement of the 1960s, was granted a UA certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification only after 25 cuts and modifications.
Political controversy intensified when the Tamil Nadu Youth Congress demanded a ban on the film, alleging distortion of historical facts. In parallel, Jana Nayagan has faced its own challenges, with legal proceedings reaching the Supreme Court and public support voiced by Rahul Gandhi, underscoring the growing intersection of cinema and politics in Tamil Nadu.
Despite the noise, Sivakarthikeyan reiterated that cinema should not divide people. For him, professional rivalry ends where personal respect begins — and with Vijay, he insists, that bond remains fraternal.
