Tamil Nadu's Pongal Box Office Clash Turns into Ideological Battle Between Vijay's TVK and DMK

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Tamil Nadu is known for its vibrant film industry, but this year's Pongal weekend has taken on a new significance as it pits two films against each other in a battle of ideologies. The highly anticipated release of Jana Nayagan, starring Vijay in his final film, has been matched with a rescheduled Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan, in a move that has sparked speculation about a 'Vijay vs DMK' showdown. Jana Nayagan, touted as a remake of Bhagavanth Kesari, presents Vijay as a leader who fights for the common man, positioning itself as a campaign vehicle for his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party. In contrast, Parasakthi, a remake of the 1952 classic, tackles the language struggle, a sensitive issue close to the DMK's heart. The film has ties to the party, with Red Giant Movies, owned by Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi, handling its distribution. The rescheduling of Parasakthi from January 14 to January 10 has fueled speculation about the film's political leanings, with some suggesting it was done to create a 'Vijay vs DMK' face-off. However, director Sudha Kongara has clarified that the film is not a biopic or based on real incidents. The delay in Jana Nayagan's CBFC certification has added to the uncertainty, with the makers moving the Madras High Court to expedite the process. A hearing is scheduled for this week, which could decide the fate of the big-budget film. As the Pongal weekend approaches, the battle between Jana Nayagan and Parasakthi has turned into a high-stakes ideological clash between Vijay's TVK and the DMK, with the outcome hanging in the balance.