Sudha Kongara On Release Date Speculations And Jana Nayagan Clash Rumours
Sudha Kongara commented on the rumoured release schedule conflict between her film Parasakthi and Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan.
Sudha Kongara's much anticipated film Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan, is in the making. With rumours swirling about a potential box office clash with Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan, the director has finally cleared the air. The speculation has sparked curiosity among fans, eager to know how the two big releases will fare against each other. What Sudha Kongara has to say about the alleged clash and her thoughts on the project? Let's find out.
At a recent Galatta event, Sudha Kongara addressed the rumoured Pongal release clash between Parasakthi and Jana Nayagan, saying, 'There are reports of Pongal clash between both films, but I honestly don't know. Only the producer will decide when Parasakthi can release."
The clash between Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan and Sivakarthikeyan's Parasakthi has been making headlines. Jana Nayagan's makers have now confirmed a release date of January 9, 2026. Meanwhile, Parasakthi's release date remains under wraps, with speculation pointing towards a potential Pongal release in 2026.
During the event, Sudha Kongara shed light on her decision to cast Sivakarthikeyan as the lead in Parasakthi, opposite Ravi Mohan's portrayal of the main antagonist. Praising Sivakarthikeyan's suitability for the role, the acclaimed director of Soorarai Pottru said, 'Siva is definitely the right actor who suits the character. His boy-next-door looks, the honesty and sincerity he has in him, these qualities are similar to my hero's personality, which made him the perfect choice."
'On the other hand, Ravi Mohan is in complete contrast to my character. It is a very different character, and every day working with him is difficult because he is a great person. Casting him goes against the grain," she added.
Sudha Kongara's upcoming Tamil-language political drama, Parasakthi, promises to be a gripping tale inspired by the 1965 anti-Hindi agitations in Tamil Nadu. Co-written with Arjun Nadesan, the film boasts an ensemble cast, including Sivakarthikeyan in the lead role, alongside Ravi Mohan, Sreeleela, Atharvaa Murali, and others in pivotal roles.
Initially, Sudha Kongara had planned Parasakthi with Suriya in the lead role, under the title Puranaanooru (Suriya43), featuring Nazriya Nazim, Fahadh, Dulquer Salmaan, and Vijay Verma in key roles. However, the project was shelved, only to be revived later with a new cast, including Sivakarthikeyan, and a different production company.
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