Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Parasakthi Faces Ban Demands Over Historical Claims
Parasakthi is a new movie about anti-Hindi protests in 1960s Tamil Nadu.
It stars Sivakarthikeyan and is directed by Sudha Kongara.
The movie is doing well at the box office, especially in Tamil Nadu.
However, some people from the Congress party are upset.
They say the movie shows wrong facts about history and makes their leaders look bad.
The movie makers say it's a work of fiction and not a history lesson.
The Congress party wants certain scenes removed and a public apology.
The movie had to make 25 changes to get permission to be released.
The director is happy that the movie is out and that people are talking about the important message it carries.
Parasakthi, a political drama set in 1960s Tamil Nadu, faces controversy over historical accuracy.
Tamil Nadu Youth Congress demands a ban, alleging defamation and misinformation about the party and its leaders.
Director Sudha Kongara defends the film, stating it is a fictionalized version of events and not a historical documentary.
The film had to make 25 edits to comply with CBFC guidelines before its release on January 10, 2026.
Congress party objects to scenes depicting Indira Gandhi and Hindi imposition, calling them fabricated and misleading.
- Who
- Director Sudha Kongara, starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sreeleela
- What
- Parasakthi, a period political drama
- When
- Release on January 10, 2026; controversy ongoing
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, India
- Why
- Allegations of historical inaccuracies and defamation of Congress leaders
Congress Party
Film Makers
Historical Accuracy
Congress Party
The film distorts historical facts and defames Congress leaders, including Indira Gandhi and K Kamaraj. They demand the removal of fabricated scenes and a public apology.
Film Makers
The film is a work of fiction and does not claim to be historically accurate. The makers have made 25 edits to comply with censor board guidelines.
- Release Date
- January 10, 2026
- Director
- Sudha Kongara
- Lead Actors
- Sivakarthikeyan, Ravi Mohan, Sreeleela
- Setting
- Anti-Hindi agitations in Tamil Nadu, 1960s
- CBFC Issues
- Faced multiple censorship hurdles before release
- Congress Allegations
- Fabricated incidents, misinformation about the party
- Director's Response
- Film is fictionalized, not a historical documentary
- Congress Demands
- Removal of controversial scenes and public apology
Sources
Parasakthi Box Office Collection Day 3: Sivakarthikeyan- Sreeleela's film shows stability after Pongal weekend boost
Parasakthi box office collection day 3: Sivakarthikeyan’s film sees a massive 70% drop on first Monday, total stands at Rs 25 cr
'Ban Parasakthi,' Demands Tamil Nadu Youth Congress Over 'Distortion Of History'
Parasakthi box office collection day 3: Sivakarthikeyan's film outshines The Raja Saab in Tamil Nadu amid controversy
'Foolish Team That Produced...': TN Youth Congress Seeks Ban On Sivakarthikeyan's Parasakthi Over 'Historical Distortions,' Demands Apology
Anti-Hindu, Pro-DMK: Sivakarthikeyan Parasakthi Lands In Political Storm, Youth Congress Calls For Ban
‘Showing Congress in poor light’ — Why Tamil Nadu Youth Congress is eyeing a ban on Sivakarthikeyan's film Parasakthi?
Parasakthi Box Office collection Day 3: Sivakarthikeyan-starrer faces sharp decline at domestic Box Office
Parasakthi Political Controversy EXPLAINED: Why Has Sivakarthikeyan Film Landed In Trouble?
Parasakthi Director To NDTV On Ban Demand: "We Don't Claim Historical Accuracy"
Parasakthi ban demand: Youth Congress alleges Sivakarthikeyan film over Hindi imposition and Indira Gandhi scenes
TN Youth Congress Seeks Ban on Sivakarthikeyan's Parasakthi Over 'Distortion Of Facts', Demands Public Apology From Filmmakers
Rajinikanth And Kamal Haasan Share Their Verdict On Sivakarthikeyan's Parasakthi: "Very Bold Movie"
Sudha Kongara alleges targeted online attacks against Parasakthi; says she had no time to challenge censor cuts
Parasakthi Box Office Collection Day 4: Sivakarthikeyan’s film sees steep decline after strong opening
'DMK Vs TVK Vs Cong Vs BJP': How 'Parasakthi' Row Escalated From Censor Trouble To Political Tussle
"Vilifying Indira Gandhi": Youth Congress Leader Arun Bhaskar Seeks Ban On Parasakthi
