Tiruchirappalli, April 11 -- The alleged online leak of Thalapathy Vijay's much-awaited film Jana Nayagan has created fresh controversy, with political leaders and members of the film industry reacting strongly to the issue.

Former Minister and TVK Delta Zone Election Observer KU PA Krishnan called the incident a planned act by "mischievous elements."

While speaking to ANI, Krishnan said, "the leak of the film 'Jana Nayagan' online was a deliberate act by 'mischievous elements.' It is a 'murder of democracy'... Opponents carried out this act out of fear, as minority votes are increasingly favouring TVK."

Hours after reports of the leak surfaced, several well-known names from the film industry also spoke against piracy. Actors including...