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Makers of Thalapathy Vijay starrer Jana Nayagan have finally announced the release date of the film, along with a fresh poster featuring the actor!
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan locks January 9, 2026 release
The wait is finally over! Thalapathy Vijay’s final film ‘Jana Nayagan’, is all set to release in theatres worldwide on January 9, 2026. Directed by H. Vinoth and backed by KVN Productions, this magnum opus isn’t just another film- it’s the final act of a legend, a tribute to Vijay’s extraordinary journey, both on-screen and beyond. The makers announced the release date of Jana Nayagan along with a fresh poster featuring Thalapathy Vijay.
The poster shared by the makers reveals that Jana Nayagan is set for Pongal release, and will hit the big screens on January 9 next year. It shows Thalapathy Vijay striking a happy pose, while a huge crowd stands behind him, with their arms up in the air. The film will release just ahead of Makar Sankranti and Pongal (January 14, 2026), and is sure to be a treat for fans of the actor. As soon as the makers shared the announcement, fans expressed their excitement for the film. “Thalapathy is Here, one last time,” commented one netizen, while another one wrote, “Thalivaaaaaaa perfect dateee.” “Waitingg,” read another comment. Check out the post below!
The timing of Jana Nayagan seems strategically planned, with the film benefitting from a five-day holiday weekend, and the unwavering fan frenzy around Vijay’s final performance.
Meanwhile, the first look poster of the film was unveiled in January. It portrayed Vijay standing tall, taking a selfie with an electrified crowd- a symbol of his deep-rooted bond with his fans. The title Jana Nayagan, meaning The People’s Leader, perfectly captures his larger-than-life aura.
Jana Nayagan marks Thalapathy Vijay’s final cinematic venture before transitioning fully into politics. In February 2024, he founded the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party and has since been actively involved in political activities. He announced his departure from films the same year to focus on his political aspirations.
In this film, Vijay will share screen with Pooja Hegde, who plays the lead opposite him, while Bobby Deol plays the villain. The cast of the film also includes Mamita Baiju, Prakash Raj, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and others. The music for the film has been composed by Anirudh. It is directed by H. Vinoth. It is being produced by Mr. Venkat K. Narayana under the banner KVN Productions.