Creative Director Dev Ramnath Calls Out Vijay Fans for Sabotage Attempts
Dev Ramnath, the creative director and actor of the Tamil film 'Parasakthi,' has publicly criticized a section of Thalapathy Vijay's fans. He accuses them of spreading negativity and manipulating reviews to sabotage his film's release. Ramnath expressed frustration over these actions, stating they go beyond normal competition and actually harm the cinema industry itself.
Twitter Outburst Against Unfair Tactics
Dev Ramnath took to Twitter to voice his concerns directly. "Just because we're releasing alongside your film doesn't give you the right to sabotage ours," he wrote emphatically. "We announced our release date first. Did we try to stop your film? Never." His message highlighted what he sees as unfair targeting of 'Parasakthi' by organized fan groups.
Pre-Release Struggles and Censor Battles
Ramnath also detailed the significant challenges 'Parasakthi' faced before its theatrical release. He revealed spending extensive time at CBFC offices in both Chennai and Mumbai to overcome certification hurdles. "I was at the CBFC office every single day," he explained. "We were dealing with our censor issues just the way your team was. We got ours less than 18 hours before the release." This last-minute clearance added considerable pressure to the film's launch.
Specific Allegations of Negative Campaigning
The creative director listed several specific actions he attributes to Vijay's fans:
- Posting negative reviews across platforms
- Using old videos to create misleading narratives
- Influencing people through organized campaigns
- Shouting political slogans in theaters during screenings
- Manipulating BookMyShow ratings artificially
"This isn't competition," Ramnath asserted. "You did the same to a big film last year. Talking as a cinema lover, this isn't healthy for any of us." He emphasized that such tactics damage the entire film ecosystem rather than just individual projects.
Film's Message and Resolve to Fight Back
Dev Ramnath concluded his statements by reminding audiences about 'Parasakthi's' core theme. "#Parasakthi is about a student movement that we Tamil should pride about," he wrote. "We will fight this, just the way our students did." This reference connects the film's narrative to the real-world challenges it now faces from organized opposition.
Box Office Performance Shows Mixed Results
Strong Opening Weekend Numbers
'Parasakthi' began its theatrical run with decent box office figures. Starring popular actor Sivakarthikeyan, the film generated substantial attention before release. On its first day, it collected Rs 12.5 crores in India net collections. This represented a solid opening for the film. The second day saw a slight dip to Rs 10.1 crores, but the weekend overall appeared promising. After two days, the total collection reached Rs 22.60 crores.
Significant Drop on Third Day
The film experienced a substantial decline in collections on its third day. According to reports from the Sacnilk website, 'Parasakthi' earned approximately Rs 2.75 crores India net on Monday. This brought the three-day total to Rs 25.35 crores. The sharp fall from Sunday to Monday follows typical box office patterns where weekday shows attract fewer viewers than weekend screenings.
Future Depends on Word of Mouth
With the dramatic Monday drop, 'Parasakthi' now faces a critical period. The film requires positive word of mouth and sustained audience interest to maintain steady collections in the coming days. Industry observers will watch closely to see if the film can recover from the organized campaign against it and find its audience despite the controversies surrounding its release.
