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Jana Nayagan Release
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Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan, directed by H Vinoth, releases on July 23 amid massive advance bookings of over ₹15 crore. The film, a partial remake of Bhagavanth Kesari, faces ticket price controversies but sees global fanfare. Vinoth denies Karur stampede filming rumors and hints the film may not be Vijay's last.
How it unfolded
23 Jul 2026
Jana Nayagan releases in theatres worldwide
22 Jul 2026
Ticket price controversy emerges despite ₹190 cap
22 Jul 2026
Global fan events: Singapore cutout, Chennai queues
22 Jul 2026
Vinoth denies Karur stampede filming rumors
21 Jul 2026
Advance bookings cross ₹15 crore in 48 hours
21 Jul 2026
Director confirms Jana Nayagan is 50% remake of Bhagavanth Kesari
What happened earlier
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Full story →Jana Nayagan Box Office Collection Day 5: Vijay's Film Racing Towards Rs 150 Crore In India
Vijay's film Jana Nayagan earned ₹10.15 crore net in India on Day 5.
The film ran 10,436 shows across the country on Day 5.
Jana Nayagan is approaching ₹150 crore total in India.
The box office collection continues to perform strongly.
Earlier · 6d ago
Full story →Jana Nayagan movie review: Vijay's farewell film not the ‘Thalapathy kacheri’ that was promised; leaves you wanting more
H Vinoth directed 'Jana Nayagan', Vijay's farewell film.
The film is an adaptation of 'Bhagavanth Kesari'.
Review states the adaptation makes the original look better.
Fan service is the only aspect that works in the film.
The movie leaves viewers wanting more, not delivering the promised 'Thalapathy kacheri'.
Earlier · 6d ago
Full story →Pooja Hegde shares pics with Vijay as 'Jana Nayagan' hits theatres
Actor Pooja Hegde shared pictures with co-star Vijay as 'Jana Nayagan' hits theatres.
'Jana Nayagan' is Vijay's final film before he enters politics.
The political action drama was directed by H Vinoth.
The film's release was delayed due to certification issues.
Earlier · 6d ago
Full story →Trisha mobbed after watching Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’
Vijay's final film 'Jana Nayagan' was released in theatres on July 23 after several delays.
Actress Trisha Krishnan attended a first-day-first-show screening of 'Jana Nayagan' with her mother.
Trisha was mobbed by fans outside the theatre after being recognized; security personnel formed a human chain to escort her and her mother safely to their vehicle.
The film 'Jana Nayagan' tells the story of Thalapathy Vetri Kondan, a former official who adopts a young girl named Viji.
The cast includes Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Bobby Deol, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narain, Priyamani, and Sunil.
Earlier · 5d ago
Full story →Box Office: Jana Nayagan, With Rs 41 Crore In India, Falls Short Of GOAT
Jana Nayagan earned Rs 41 crore in India at the box office.
The film fell short of Vijay's previous openings: Beast earned Rs 49.30 crore and GOAT earned Rs 44 crore.
The article compares Jana Nayagan's opening to other Vijay blockbusters.