‘Jana Nayagan’ director H Vinoth interview: On Thalapathy Vijay’s support during controversies

For a moment, step into the shoes of filmmaker H Vinoth . You get the opportunity to direct ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay , in a politically-laden film that will mark his transformation from actor to politician. You make the film with the backing of KVN Productions, and just as you eagerly await its release during Pongal, it snowballs into a controversy . The delay in the censor certification indefinitely pushes the film’s release , and the subsequent legal battle makes one wonder if it will ever release at all. And, as if this isn’t enought to test your resolve, the film leaks online even before it arrives in theatres . On one hand, Vijay takes oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu , and on the other, your labour of love is being illegally watched by millions.