On January 9, 2026, Thalapathy Vijay’s next movie, Jana Nayagan, will be released. This is the last film he made before going into politics. The post-theatrical streaming rights have been obtained by Amazon Prime Video. Bobby Deol and Pooja Hegde star in the H. Vinoth-directed movie. For Vijay and his political ambitions, Jana Nayagan is expected to be a major release.
Fans of Thalapathy Vijay should celebrate since his much anticipated Tamil action film Jana Nayagan will finally be released in theaters in 2026. The movie, which was originally scheduled for release in October 2025, has now been purposefully shifted to coincide with the Pongal weekend, offering moviegoers a festive treat.
A significant turning point in Vijay’s career, Jana Nayagan, directed by H. Vinoth and produced by KVN Productions, is rumored to be his last movie before entering full-time politics. In addition to Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narain, and Priyamani, Pooja Hegde and Bobby Deol play significant parts in the political action thriller. Since it is KVN’s first Tamil-language production, the movie also has particular meaning for the production company.
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When and Where to Watch
Vijay’s much-awaited film Jana Nayagan is all set to hit theatres on January 9, 2026. Adding to the buzz, the makers have confirmed through a brand-new poster that Amazon Prime Video has secured the post-theatrical streaming rights for the movie, ensuring fans can enjoy it online soon after its theatrical run.
About Jana Nayagan
Back in February 2024, Vijay revealed his plans to step into politics after completing his ongoing projects — The Greatest of All Time and Thalapathy 69, which was later announced as Jana Nayagan. The film’s first-look poster, unveiled on Republic Day, features Vijay taking a selfie amidst a massive crowd, symbolizing his strong connection with the people. The movie’s tagline, “Torchbearer of Democracy,” highlights its strong political undertones and mirrors Vijay’s evolving journey from cinema to real-life leadership.
According to early teaser footage, Vijay will appear in a police persona that combines his trademark charm with a potent message-driven role. The Telugu movie Bhagavanth Kesari, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, and Jana Nayagan are thought to allude to a similar plot.
