The Tamil Film Producers Council and Tamil Nadu Active Producers Association announced a halt to all new film releases starting September 1, 2026.
The strike follows a unilateral decision by theatre owners and distributors to mandate an eight-week theatrical window before any film can be released on OTT platforms.
Upcoming major releases, including Karthi's Sardar 2 scheduled for September 10, face uncertainty as producers have also suspended all ongoing shooting and post-production work.