We have reported that, from March 16, the entire Tamil film industry is set to face a shutdown and no shoots, post-production work or any work related to cinema is to happen as decided by the Producers Council (TFPC). Since thousands of families depend on cinema for their livelihood, this definitely looks like a grim phase for one and all and the sooner it gets resolved, the better.

The latest is that the TFPC members will have an important meeting to be held this evening in Chennai, to discuss the issues of VPF charges, restricting production expenses and release regularisations. A lot of people would be hoping for some good news and hope that the council would arrive at a feasible solution to spark things off again.