Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' Set for Pongal Release Amid Political Debut

'Jana Nayagan,' starring Vijay and marking his potential political film debut, is set for a release on January 9, 2026. Directed by H Vinoth and produced by KVN Productions, the film will coincide with Vijay's political entry into Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly elections through his TVK party.

Top Tamil actor Vijay's much-anticipated film 'Jana Nayagan' is scheduled to release around Pongal 2026, as confirmed by the production company on Monday. Speculation surrounds this film as a potential closing act to his illustrious cinema career, as Vijay shifts focus to politics with his newly founded party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).

The film, translated as 'The People's Leader,' is directed by H Vinoth and boasts a star-studded cast including Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, and Prakash Raj. Anirudh Ravichander, known for his musical hits, will compose the score. 'Jana Nayagan' will hit theaters on January 9, 2026, generating significant buzz among fans and political analysts alike.

With his party set to contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Vijay has already made waves in the political arena with his vocal criticism of the current state's ruling party, DMK. His dual role as a cinematic and political figure has positioned him as a polarizing yet influential personality in Tamil Nadu's socio-political landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)