After days of uncertainty, Parasakthi has officially crossed a major hurdle. Directed by Sudha Kongara, the much-anticipated film starring Sivakarthikeyan, Jayam Ravi, and Sreeleela has been granted a UA certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification, clearing the way for its theatrical release on January 10.
Set against the charged backdrop of 1960s Madras, the film is expected to blend history, politics, and social resistance — a space Sudha Kongara is known to handle with conviction and emotional depth.
Dawn Pictures celebrates the clearance
Soon after the certification news broke, Dawn Pictures producer Aakash Bhaskaran took to social media to mark the moment. Calling it a win for the film, the production house announced that Parasakthi was ready to hit screens worldwide.
The makers also confirmed the film’s final runtime of 2 hours, 42 minutes, and 43 seconds, suggesting an expansive narrative that takes its time to build its political and emotional arcs. In their celebratory post, Dawn Pictures described the film as “a fire that speaks to all ages,” underlining its broad appeal despite its intense themes.
Clearance comes amid wider CBFC spotlight
Interestingly, Parasakthi’s certification arrived on the same day the Madras High Court directed the CBFC to grant a U/A 16+ certificate to Jana Nayagan, starring Vijay. The timing put the censor board firmly in focus, especially after reports earlier this week suggested Parasakthi had not yet received clearance as of January 8.
With the UA certificate now in hand, the film’s release plans are firmly back on track.
What Parasakthi is about
Directed by Sudha Kongara, Parasakthi dives into social realities, political awakening, and resistance, unfolding in a period when Madras was undergoing cultural and ideological churn. Sivakarthikeyan steps into a serious, performance-driven role, while Jayam Ravi and Sreeleela add star weight to the narrative.
The film also features an extensive ensemble including Ravi Mohan, Atharvaa, Daali Dhananjaya, Dev Ramnath, Prithvi Rajan, Guru Somasundaram, Basil Joseph, Papri Ghosh, and Rana Daggubati.
Music for the film has been composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, adding further expectations given his track record with emotionally driven period dramas.
Final words
With its UA certificate secured just in time, Parasakthi now heads into release week with momentum firmly on its side. Backed by a strong cast, an acclaimed director, and a politically charged setting, the film is shaping up to be one of the more ambitious Tamil releases of the season.
All eyes are now on January 10 to see how audiences respond to Sudha Kongara’s latest — a film that promises to look back at history while speaking directly to the present.
