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Post Kanguva debacle, Tamil Nadu producers demand ban of YouTube channels from theatres

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Post Kanguva debacle, Tamil Nadu producers demand ban of YouTube channels from theatres

This decision comes after the release of Kanguva on November 14, which saw a lot of negative feedback on the opening day from YouTube reviews.

On Wednesday, the Tamil Nadu Producers Council (TNPC) issued a strong statement requesting theatre owners to ban fans’ interviews by YouTube channels on theatre premises post the first day first shows.

(FDFS) and cooperate in doing away with this FDFS public review and opinion process completely. (Also read: Kanguva producer’s wife says Disha Patani’s role in film was to ‘look pretty’, deletes comment after backlash)

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In a long four-page letter, the Tamil Nadu Producers Council has condemned ‘personal attacks and incitement of hatred in the name of film reviews.’ They said that films like Indian 2, Vettaiyan and Kanguva were highly impacted due to YouTube FDFS public reviews.

What the letter stated

This letter comes after the release of Suriya’s film Kanguva on November 14 which saw a tremendous amount of negative feedback from the audience in the first day first show YouTube reviews and opinion videos.

The TNPC wrote that journalists have the right to criticise flaws in the film and talk about the positives and negatives but no one can engage in personal attacks and try to destroy the entire film in their reviews. According to them, this would lead to the downfall of the film industry itself.

The letter also stated, “Critics have every right to review movies. But we request all journalists to write film reviews keeping in mind that hatred towards a film should not be sown in the media because of personal malice. It is imperative that all the associations related to the film industry unite and stop this practice by not encouraging them anymore.”

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Kerala was the first state to establish this ban on YouTube reviews. In 2023, Mubeen Rauf, director of Aromalinte Adyathe Pranayam, who was supported by the Producers’ The Kerala High Court then Association filed a case in court to ban YouTube reviewers from theatre premises as their negative public opinion videos were affecting the film business.

Following the debacle of Kanguva, Tamil Nadu film producers have demanded a ban on YouTube channels from screening films in theatres. The controversy stemmed from the unauthorized leaking of content.

spoilers, and reviews of Kanguva on various YouTube channels before its official release, causing significant losses at the box office. Producers have expressed frustration over how these channels have been contributing to spoilers and reducing the excitement surrounding film releases.

The producers argue that such leaks negatively affect the audience’s movie-going experience, and they have been calling for stricter regulations on the distribution of content on digital platforms. These unauthorized leaks and reviews, they claim, create a preemptive judgment about the film, which can influence viewers’ decisions to watch the movie, especially if the reviews are negative or controversial.

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The demand for banning YouTube channels from theatres reflects a broader concern about the unchecked spread of digital content. Many filmmakers and producers feel that these channels often compromise the integrity of a film’s theatrical release, leading to financial setbacks and spoiling the overall narrative experience for audiences.

While the issue remains unresolved, the producers have urged the government and regulatory bodies to step in and address the growing problem. They hope that the crackdown on unauthorized digital content will help maintain the sanctity of film releases in theatres, ensuring a fair environment for both producers and moviegoers.

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Four years after her divorce, did Samantha Ruth Prabhu get rid of her tattoo with the Naga Chaitanya link? Supporters are persuaded

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Four years after her divorce, did Samantha Ruth Prabhu get rid of her tattoo with the Naga Chaitanya link? Supporters are persuaded

When actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu announced her new project, Nothing to Hide, on Friday, it sent the internet into a frenzy. Using a little teaser video on social media, the actor revealed the news. Samantha herself was in the video. But apart from the new initiative, what many fans noticed was that Samantha was missing a tattoo on her back, one she had got inked a few years ago when she was married to Naga Chaitanya.

‘Nothing to Hide’ is written by Samantha with a marker as she approaches the camera in the video. Then she walks away, turning around. Fans pointed out that Samantha’s YMC tattoo, which represented her movie Ye Maaya Chesave, was gone. “Samantha got her YMC tattoo removed,” one admirer blurted out. Another person said, “I don’t see any tattoos.”

What Samantha’s tattoo means

The tattoo was significant because Ye Maaya Chesave was the film that marked Samantha’s debut as a lead actor back in 2010. It was also the film that introduced her to Naga Chaitanya, the film’s male lead. The two began dating soon after and eventually tied the knot in 2017. Many fans credit the film as the ‘cupid’ between the two.

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But in 2020, Naga Chaitanya and Samantha split up, and in 2021, their divorce was officially finalized. Because of it, many are guessing that Samantha had the YMC tattoo erased. Others, however, hypothesized that since the advertisement was a brand promotion, Samantha had merely covered up the tattoo.

Fans had seen earlier this year that Samantha had already started the process of getting rid of another tattoo that included a connection to Naga Chaitanya. Samantha appears to be getting her tattoo taken off at last. In May, Reddit commented, “This was a matching tattoo with Chay. It means ‘Create your own reality.’” Her wrist tattoo had started to fade.

Samantha about her regrets about getting tattoos

Samantha apologized for getting a tattoo during an AMA with followers in April 2022. “Some tattoo ideas you’d love to try some day,” a fan asked her. “The one thing I’d tell my younger self is never ever get a tattoo,” Samantha said in a video that she shared on her Instagram Stories. Her remarks were powerful and unambiguous. Never, ever. Always get inked. She was smiling throughout the video.

Yes, Samantha Ruth Prabhu has removed the “YMC” (Ye Maaya Chesave) tattoo that was linked to her ex-husband, Naga Chaitanya. In a recent video shared on her Instagram for her new initiative, “Nothing to Hide,” fans noticed the absence of the tattoo on her upper back. This tattoo was a tribute to the 2010 film where she met Naga Chaitanya, marking the beginning of their relationship. Their marriage ended in divorce in 2021, and the removal of the tattoo is seen by many as a symbolic step in her personal healing journey .

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Additionally, earlier this year, fans observed that another tattoo on her wrist, which matched one of Naga Chaitanya’s and read “Create your own reality,” appeared to be fading, indicating she might be in the process of removing it as well.

Samantha has previously expressed regret over getting tattoos. In an April 2022 interaction with fans, she advised against getting tattoos, stating, “Never ever get a tattoo. Never. Never ever. Ever, get a tattoo” .

Four years after her much-publicised divorce from Naga Chaitanya, Samantha Ruth Prabhu appears to have taken another symbolic step forward—removing her tattoo associated with him. In a recent video promoting her new wellness initiative “Nothing to Hide,” eagle-eyed fans noticed that the “YMC” tattoo on her upper back, a tribute to the 2010 romantic film Ye Maaya Chesave (where she met Chaitanya), was missing.

The video instantly sparked buzz across social media, with many convinced that Samantha has erased the tattoo for good. For her supporters, this move is being interpreted as a strong sign of healing, closure, and a fresh start.

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Earlier this year, observers had also spotted the gradual fading of another tattoo on her wrist that read “Create your own reality,” which matched one inked by Naga Chaitanya during their relationship. Samantha has previously admitted she regrets getting tattoos and, in a 2022 fan interaction, even advised against them.

While the actress hasn’t directly addressed the removal, the visual absence of the ink speaks volumes. For many, it’s a bold personal statement and another chapter in Samantha’s inspiring post-divorce evolution.

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