The year 2007 was marked by several high-profile controversies in the Kannada film industry, including the clash between S. Narayan and actor Vijay.
The clash between reputed director cum producer S.Narayan and actor Vijay was the major controversy of the year 2007. It was 'Yuga vs Chanda' release issue. Actor Vijay was banned for one year and later the ban was lifted by KFCC.
Disturbance to 'Mathad Mathadu Mallige' film kicked up a row. It is not only MNC's threat but shooting was obstructed in Ooty. Then statement made by Suhasini sparked off a row. Before that 'Preethi Eke Bhoomi Melidhe' was sent out from Pollachchi.
A Tamil film shooting in Madikeri received the repercussion of disturbances to Kannada film in Tamil Nadu.
'Cheluvina Chittara' teenage love story comes up before Pramila Nesargi's Women's Rights Committee. Summons issued to director has been stayed by High Court. 'Current' Kannada cinema rejected by local censor board was placed before the Tribunal in New Delhi. Tribunal Secretary came to Bangalore to view the film and given 'A' certificate.