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Dhanush vs Nayanthara: ₹10 Crore Legal Dispute Sparks Drama in Tamil Cinema

Drama unfolds in Tamil cinema as Nayanthara calls out Dhanush for sending a ₹10 crore legal notice over her Netflix documentary. Read the full story here!
 
Dhanush vs Nayanthara

The Tamil film industry is witnessing a dramatic feud between two of its biggest stars, Nayanthara and Dhanush. The controversy revolves around the use of footage from the film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in Nayanthara’s Netflix documentary. Dhanush, through a legal notice, demanded ₹10 crore in damages, claiming unauthorized usage of clips. Nayanthara, known as the “Lady Superstar,” did not hold back and penned a scathing open letter on Instagram addressing the issue.

In her emotional and candid letter, Nayanthara called out Dhanush for his actions, accusing him of obstructing her creative freedom. She began by highlighting her journey as a self-made actress in the industry, contrasting it with Dhanush’s privileged position.

“Cinema is a fight for survival for people like me: a self-made woman with no links in the industry,” she wrote. “The Netflix documentary about my life and career has been a labor of love, involving the hard work of a dedicated team. Yet, your refusal to allow the use of elements from Naanum Rowdy Dhaan broke my heart.”

The Legal Notice: A Shocking Demand

The conflict escalated when Dhanush sent a legal notice to Nayanthara after the release of the documentary’s trailer. According to Nayanthara, the notice questioned the use of just three seconds of behind-the-scenes footage shot on personal devices.

Expressing her disbelief, she wrote, “You claimed ₹10 crore in damages for three seconds of footage already available on social media. This is an all-time low and speaks volumes about your character.”


Nayanthara also questioned the morality of Dhanush’s actions, asking whether producers wield the right to control the lives and creative liberties of everyone on set. While acknowledging Dhanush’s possible legal justification from a copyright perspective, she said, “There is a moral side to it, which has to be defended in the court of God.”

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Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, a 2015 Tamil film, holds sentimental value for Nayanthara as it marked the beginning of her relationship with her husband, director Vignesh Shivan. The film’s songs and moments are cherished by fans, making Dhanush’s refusal to grant a No Objection Certificate (NOC) particularly painful for the actress.

Nayanthara ended her letter on a powerful note, introducing the German term “schadenfreude” (taking pleasure in another’s misfortune). She urged Dhanush to avoid experiencing such emotions, reminding him that “God is watching.”

The public spat between Nayanthara and Dhanush has raised questions about the boundaries of creative freedom and the ethical responsibilities of artists. As fans await further developments, this controversy highlights the complexities of the entertainment industry and the personal emotions tied to professional disputes.

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