Why Vignesh Shivan’s X Account Shutdown Has Fans Talking: Is It About Dhanush?

Filmmaker Vignesh Shivan, who is married to one of South India’s most beloved actresses, Nayanthara, has made the decision to deactivate his X account amid growing online criticism. The controversy erupted after Vignesh participated in the Galatta Plus Mega Pan India Directors’ Round Table 2024, where his inclusion sparked confusion. Critics quickly pointed out that Vignesh’s recent work, including Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal and his upcoming project Love Insurance Company, does not align with the Pan-India theme of the event, leading to a flurry of questions about his relevance at the roundtable.
The debate didn’t end there, as many social media users criticized the host’s selection of guests, further fueling the backlash. Vignesh’s decision to step away from X came just days after the event, but he has not shared a public statement addressing the controversy. Despite the deactivation, his Instagram remains active, and he continues to share posts, though he has refrained from commenting on his social media hiatus.
Legal Trouble Between Nayanthara and Dhanush
This comes during a tense period for Vignesh and Nayanthara, who are embroiled in a legal dispute with actor Dhanush. The actor recently filed a lawsuit against their production house, Rowdy Pictures, over the unauthorized use of clips from his 2015 film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in Nayanthara: Beyond Fairytale, a documentary about Nayanthara’s career on Netflix.'
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Nayanthara Defends Her Documentary
Nayanthara took to Instagram to defend her documentary, calling out Dhanush for attempting to block its release. In a heartfelt post, she shared her journey as a self-made woman in the industry, emphasizing her hard work and the support of her fans. Nayanthara also revealed the long struggle to obtain permission from Dhanush, leading to their decision to re-edit the documentary after his refusal to allow the use of the film’s songs or footage.
Vignesh’s Social Media Silence
Fans are eager to see how this situation unfolds and whether Vignesh will address the growing tensions directly. For now, it remains unclear if the filmmaker will return to X or stay away from the platform amid the social media storm.