Troubles seem far from over for Vijay's Jana Nayagan. Days after the film faced issues over its A certification in Chennai, it has landed in fresh controversy in Karnataka, where Kannada activists allegedly tore down its posters and demanded that screenings be stopped during protests against the ongoing Cauvery water dispute.

Kannada activists tear Jana Nayagan posters

The CWRC's directive has been opposed by Kannada activists in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mandya, and Ramanagara. They are holding protests to voice their concerns. However, the agitation took a dramatic turn when certain Kannada activists gathered outside Gurushri Cinema and demanded that the screening of Jana Nayagan be stopped. They even tore down posters of the film and raised slogans.