India, April 10 -- Tamil superstar Vijay's final film as an actor, Jana Nayagan, has been leaked online ahead of its theatrical release, sending shockwaves across the industry. The film was set for release in Janaury 9 but did not receive CBFC clearance and has been in limbo for three months. The makers of the film, KVN Productions, have now issued an official statement on the issue, warning anyone who shares, downloads or forwards the film. (Also read: Jana Nayagan leak: Chiranjeevi condemns piracy, Suriya calls it 'unforgivable' and requests not to share Vijay's film)

The statement began, "We, KVN Productions, LLP, are the producers and exclusive copyright owners of the cinematograph film, Jana Nayagan. It has come to our notice that c...