Vijay-starrer Leo is one of his most awaited films this year. It is set to hit the theatres on October 19. In order to make a grand movie-watching experience for fans, Seven Screen Studios Production filed a petition before the Madras High Court requesting to allow the film to be screened at 4 am on the first day of the film's release in Tamil Nadu. Leo: Thalapathy Vijay Sharpens His Sword on Grinding Wheel in New Poster for Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Film! (View Pics).
However, on Tuesday, Justice Anita Sumanth, refrained from passing orders regarding the request for 4 am shows. The court also directed the Tamil Nadu government to reconsider its decision to not allow 7 am shows for the film.
Leo is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Leo Audio Launch Cancelled; Makers of Thalapathy Vijay-Starrer Cite ‘Safety Constraints’ As the Reason and Not ‘Political Pressure’.
Leo marks a reunion between Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj after the 2021 blockbuster, Master. The film also reunites Vijay with Trisha Krishnan. They were earlier starred together in films like Ghilli, Kuruvi, Thirupaachi and Aathi. Sanjay Dutt is also a part of the film.