Cauvery water-related protests in Karnataka disrupt screenings of Tamil actor Vijay’s film “Jana Nayagan” in Mandya. According to reports, the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee’s order directing the release of 3,500 cusecs of Cauvery water daily for 15 days prompts demonstrations as Karnataka faces a water shortage. Members of a Kannada organisation protest outside venues in Mandya, and protesters tear down film posters associated with the scheduled screenings. Protesters also demand cancellation of the Mandya shows, which leads theatre management to suspend all scheduled film showings in the area. The disruptions occur during protests linked to the Cauvery water directive and water-sharing concerns. While the Mandya screenings are cancelled or halted, sources note that the film continues its run in other parts of India without the same level of local disruption. The situation reflects how the Cauvery water decision is driving public demonstrations and affecting local events in Karnataka’s Mandya district.