Sudha Kongara moves Madras HC to prevent release of ‘Idhayam Murali’ over ‘Parasakthi’ movie payment dispute
Director Sudha Kongara has filed a petition in the Madras High Court to block the release of the film 'Idhayam Murali'. She alleges that producer Aakash Baskaran owes her ₹8.39 crore in unpaid dues related to a previous project.
Why it matters
This case highlights the growing legal complexities and financial disputes within the Indian film industry regarding contractual obligations and production payments.
Film director Sudha Kongara has moved the Madras High Court to restrain the release of actor Atharvaa-starrer Idhayam Murali on July 10, 2026, since the movie’s director, Aakash Baskaran, who was also the producer of Sivakarthikeyan-starrer Parasakthi had reportedly not paid her dues to the tune of ₹8.39 crore.
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