The income tax raids on many people associated with the film industry continued even on Thursday. While actors Vijay, Samantha and Nayanthara were under the IT net, so were the producers of Puli Shibu Thameens and PT Selvakumar. Film financiers Madurai Anbu and Ramesh were also a target of IT officials.

Now, a report in The Hindu states that actors Vijay, Samantha and Nayanthara have evaded tax to the tune of nearly Rs 25 crore. IT officials have also recovered cash of Rs 2 crore and gold worth Rs 2 crore. The report adds that IT officials state that all the actors have paid tax, but not fully. Vijay has reportedly not paid tax fully for nearly five years now.

Meanwhile, Vijay's film Puli opened to mixed reviews today. The release of the movie was delayed due to the IT raids and compounded financial issues to release the KDM in theatres around the world. Morning shows were cancelled in Tamil Nadu and the Telugu version of the film did not release today. The premieres abroad were also cancelled on Wednesday, but the film released today.