The story so far
Jana Nayagan March to Release
Tracked across 5 sources · Updated 55m ago
Jana Nayagan, Thalapathy Vijay's final film before becoming Tamil Nadu CM, is set for a July 23 release. Advance bookings surged, with reports of sold-out shows and price controls. The director addressed a censor delay, denied filming a stampede, and revealed a political message. The film, a partial remake, is predicted for a strong opening.
How it unfolded
2d ago
Box office prediction: ₹100 crore opening day worldwide
2d ago
Director denies Karur stampede filming, blames political motive
3d ago
Advance bookings cross ₹15 crore in 48 hours
5d ago
Advance booking opens in India; shows sell out despite high prices
17 Jul 2026
'DC' postponed to avoid clash with Jana Nayagan
17 Jul 2026
'Adiye En Poonthene' lyrical video released
17 Jul 2026
Theatre monitor: tickets not to exceed ₹190 in Tamil Nadu
17 Jul 2026
Jason Sanjay discusses Sigma debut and rejecting acting offer
17 Jul 2026
Tickets released for select screens; instant rush in Bengaluru
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →CM Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' controversy grows after failing CBFC rules
Tamil Nadu Minister Rajeev attended a screening of 'Jana Nayagan' with his wife, children, and family in Ramanathapuram.
The film 'Jana Nayagan' has an 'A' certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), restricting viewing to adults.
Social media users are questioning how children were allowed into the screening despite CBFC rules.
The controversy has shifted focus from the film to whether certification rules are applied equally.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →H Vinoth reveals reasons for Jana Nayagan delay

H Vinoth's film Jana Nayagan starring Vijay faced a 7-month delay before release.
The CBFC verbally promised a U/A 16+ certificate after the initial screening, pending removal of violent scenes.
After the team made requested cuts, they could not upload the revised version on the CBFC portal due to a complaint against the film.
The film was sent to a revision committee without clear communication of approval or rejection from the CBFC.
Vinoth believes the problem was not solely the CBFC but may involve other unnamed reasons, though he lacks evidence.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →Jana Nayagan Review: Vijay In Full Command In Politically-Charged Mass Movie

Jana Nayagan is a politically-charged mass movie starring Vijay.
Vijay dominates every frame and his screen presence is the film's biggest strength.
The review focuses on Vijay's performance and the movie's political themes.
Earlier · 21h ago
Full story →Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' release sparks fan celebrations in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu CM and actor Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' released.
Massive fan celebrations took place across TN with confetti, music, and giant cut-outs.
Fans from Japan also participated in the festivities.
The event was hailed as a historic day for cinema and politics.
Earlier · 19h ago
Full story →'They All Become Ministers': Bobby Deol's Hilarious Remark On Working With Vijay In Jana Nayagan

Bobby Deol made a hilarious remark about working with Vijay in the film Jana Nayagan.
Bobby Deol said that in Tamil cinema, everyone who works with Vijay becomes a minister, implying it's a huge opportunity.
Bobby Deol also noted that Vijay does not like to do much promotion for his films.
The remark came in the context of their collaboration on the upcoming movie Jana Nayagan.