Sivakarthikeyan tries to avoid Parasakthi-Jana Nayagan clash, says he was shocked
Sivakarthikeyan spoke about the release of Vijay’s Parasakthi with Jan Nayakan during Pongal and admitted that he was initially surprised by the clash. He said that discussions with Vijay’s team have led to mutual understanding.
Pongal is usually big enough for more than one blockbuster, but even Sivakarthikeyan didn’t see this one coming. The actor reveals he was ‘shocked’ to learn about his upcoming film parashakti Will fight with Vijay Jan NayganThe project is being touted as the superstar’s last film before his political innings.
Speaking at the pre-release event of parashaktiSivakarthikeyan addressed the unexpected box-office face-off, clarifying that the overlap was never part of the original plan. parashaktiHe said, it was initially planned to release in Diwali 2025, but it was specifically postponed to avoid clash with Jan Nayakan.
Sivakarthikeyan said, “When both the films got lined up for Pongal, I was really shocked.” He said that he explored the possibility of transferring Parashakti once again. However, existing commitments to investors made the change impractical. He also revealed that it would be difficult to delay the film further in view of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Concerned about the possibilities of a clash, Sivakarthikeyan approached Vijay’s manager, Jagadish, to raise the issue. The actor recalled him saying, “You may not have any problem, but I will. Jana Nayakan is being promoted as Vijay sir’s last film. Please ask him once.”
Sivakarthikeyan revealed that Vijay’s reaction was reassuring. The star reportedly felt that the Pongal window was enough for both the films to co-exist at the box office and extended his best wishes to them. parashakti,
Sharing the message with the audience, Sivakarthikeyan said, “Vijay sir believes that since it is Pongal, both the films have enough space and will not impact each other. He also sent his best wishes for the same.” parashaktiSo please enjoy Jan Nayakan on 9th January and come watch Parashakti on 10th January,”
Putting an end to any speculations of rivalry, Sivakarthikeyan also referenced his cameo in Vijay’s previous film goatUnderscoring the cordial relationship they shared. He told fans, “This is our relationship. So no matter what happens, don’t worry about it.”
Jan Naygan It stars Mamita Baiju, Pooja Hegde and Bobby Deol and is rumored to be a remake of a Telugu film Bhagwant Kesari, parashaktiMeanwhile, it stars Sreeleela and Ravi Mohan and is based on the political scenario of 1960s Madras.
