Vijay-Mamitha Baiju's Jana Nayagan Criticized for Handling of Child Abuse; Lacking Sensitivity and Agency

Vijay and Mamitha Baiju's film Jana Nayagan has been criticized for its handling of child abuse and women's empowerment. The movie's portrayal of a young girl's struggles with mental health and phobias has been deemed insensitive and lacking in agency. The film's simplistic solution to the girl's problems has also been panned by critics.