A man has been arrested for watching a leaked version of the film 'Jana Nayagan' inside a counting centre at Anna University in Chennai. The accused, T Yuvaraj, was employed on a contractual basis at the counting centre and allegedly posted a picture of himself watching the movie on his Facebook account.
Incident Details
The incident came to light when the post went viral on social media, prompting authorities to take action. Yuvaraj was reportedly watching the pirated version of the film during the vote counting process for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. The counting centre is a high-security area, and such activities are strictly prohibited.
Arrest and Legal Action
Following the discovery, police arrested Yuvaraj and registered a case against him under relevant sections of the Copyright Act and the Cinematograph Act. Officials stated that his actions not only violated election protocols but also encouraged piracy, which is a serious offense.
Reactions
The film industry has welcomed the arrest, with many calling for stricter enforcement against piracy. 'Jana Nayagan' is a highly anticipated film starring Thalapathy Vijay, and its leaked version has caused significant financial losses to the producers. The incident has also raised questions about security measures at counting centres.
Authorities have assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted to prevent such breaches in the future. Meanwhile, the counting process continued without further disruptions.
