Ahead of Jana Nayagan's theatrical release, director H. Vinoth has addressed the controversy surrounding the film's leak and Vijay's silence on the issue. Explaining why the actor chose not to appeal to fans against watching the leaked version, Vinoth said such a statement could have invited unnecessary political criticism. He also dismissed allegations that the leak was politically motivated.

H. Vinoth on Vijay’s silence during Jana Nayagan leak

Speaking to reporters in Chennai during the film's final promotional event on Tuesday (July 21), Vinoth was asked why Vijay never urged fans to avoid watching the leaked version. He explained, “Had Vijay given an appeal, it may have been said that there are so many problems in the country, including the farmers' issue. When he did not make an appeal on such matters, why was he doing it now? That could have become the criticism.”