Chennai, April 10 (NationPress) A five-minute video clip, reportedly from actor Vijay's highly anticipated film 'Jana Nayagan', has allegedly surfaced online, creating significant unrest among its producers.

This leaked footage, showcasing Vijay's opening scene along with a segment of a song, has sparked outrage in the film community, with numerous producers and directors standing in solidarity with the 'Jana Nayagan' team.

Director Arvindh Srinivasan was one of the first to voice his disapproval regarding the leak. He took to social media to share his concerns and support for the filmmakers.

In his post, he stated, "The unauthorized distribution of the #Jananayagan reference footage is alarming and intolerable. As a filmmaker, I firmly denounce this act. Countless hours of dedication, trust, and artistic endeavor go into each phase of filmmaking, and such incidents jeopardize the entire process's integrity."

Arvindh Srinivasan further added, "I stand with the #Jananayagan crew during this challenging period. It is also crucial for the editing and technical teams to take accountability and thoroughly investigate to find out the source of this breach."

He implored the public not to circulate the leaked materials, stating, "I urge everyone: Please DO NOT share or disseminate the leaked footage. Avoid engaging with such content you encounter, and report it immediately. Let's promote ethical practices and honor the creators who breathe life into our stories. #RespectCreators #StopPiracy #StandWithCinema #TamilCinema #Jananayagan #Vijay."

It is important to note that the film's release, initially set for Pongal in January this year, had to be postponed after it was sent to the Censor Board for clearance and subsequently referred to a Revising Committee under Rule 24 of the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules.

Directed by H. Vinoth, 'Jana Nayagan' features a stellar cast including Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, and Gautham Vasudev Menon.

The production team of 'Jana Nayagan' had previously made their decision to delay the film's release public through an official statement.

KVN Productions, while announcing the postponement, stated, "It is with a heavy heart that we share this update with our valued stakeholders and audiences. The release of 'Jana Nayagan', which was much anticipated for January 9, has been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances beyond our control."

The production house further expressed, "We fully understand the excitement, anticipation, and emotions surrounding this film, and this decision has not been made lightly by any of us. A new release date will be revealed soon. Until then, we kindly ask for your patience and continued support. Your steadfast backing is our greatest asset and means everything to the entire Jana Nayagan team."