Leo’s Naa Ready: Complaint Filed Against Thalapathy Vijay For Allegedly Smoking

An activist has filed a complaint against actor Vijay and the makers of his upcoming film, Leo, for allegedly glorifying drug usage and rowdyism in the film's first single, "Naa Ready."

The complaint was filed by RTI Selvam, a resident of Chennai, on June 25. In his complaint, Selvam alleged that the song contains lyrics that promote drug use and violence. He also said that the song's music video features Vijay and other actors smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol.

Selvam has urged the court to take action against Vijay and the Leo team under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. He has also asked the court to ban the release of the film.

There’s been a complaint filed against actor #Vijay under the Narcotics Control Act, for allegedly smoking in a latest song “Naa Ready” for his film #Leo. The activist complainant claims this is glorifying drug use! https://t.co/xXkXV3DS4c

— Griha Atul (@GrihaAtul) June 26, 2023

The complaint comes at a time when the Chennai police are cracking down on drug use in the city.

Leo is an action thriller written and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film features Vijay, Sanjay Dutt, and Trisha in lead roles. It is scheduled to be released in theaters on October 19, 2023.