Sun Nov 17 04:04:03 UTC 2024: ## Nayanthara Accuses Dhanush of Exploitation, Shivkarthikeyan’s Old Video Resurfaces Amidst Controversy
**Chennai, India** – A major controversy is brewing in the Tamil film industry, with actress Nayanthara publicly accusing actor Dhanush of exploitative behavior and demanding an apology. The dispute stems from a disagreement over the use of a three-second clip from the film *Naanum Rowdy Thaan* in a Netflix documentary. Nayanthara alleges Dhanush demanded ₹10 crore (approximately $1.2 million USD) for the use of the brief clip and accuses him of “autocratic tendencies.” Her lawyer’s notice, accompanied by a statement from her husband and director Vignesh Shivan, pleading for Dhanush to “live and let live,” fueled the fire.
Adding to the escalating tension, an old video of actor Shivkarthikeyan has resurfaced. In the video, Shivkarthikeyan, who previously worked with Dhanush, speaks about feeling controlled and limited by unnamed individuals, stating that he’s only allowed to do what they tell him to do. While he doesn’t name Dhanush, the timing of the video’s recirculation and Shivkarthikeyan’s recent subtle criticism of Dhanush during the announcement of his new film, *Kottukkaali*, (where he emphasized that he doesn’t give anyone a career or livelihood) has led to widespread speculation connecting the statements to the ongoing dispute. Shivkarthikeyan and Dhanush are reportedly estranged.
The controversy highlights a power imbalance within the industry and has sparked a heated debate among fans and commentators alike. The situation continues to unfold and further developments are expected.
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