The upcoming Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, is facing uncertainty regarding its release date. Initially scheduled for January 9, 2026, coinciding with the Pongal festival, the film's fate now hangs in the balance due to controversy surrounding a stampede incident at a rally organized by Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Insiders hint that the film's release might be postponed if the controversy isn't resolved soon, which could impact the film's box office performance.
The Karur stampede incident has led to a mixed public sentiment towards Vijay, which could potentially affect the film's success. As a result, the producers, KVN Productions, have put promotional activities on hold indefinitely. With Jana Nayagan being touted as Vijay's farewell film from the industry, fans are eagerly waiting for any updates on the film's release. The film's success is crucial for Vijay, as he plans to focus on his political career after its release.
Pongal is a significant box office window for Tamil films, and Vijay's movies have traditionally performed well during this festival. If Jana Nayagan's release is postponed, it could impact the film's box office performance and potentially benefit other films releasing during the same period. The film's producers are reportedly confident about releasing the film on the scheduled date, but the uncertainty surrounding the controversy may affect the film's overall success.
Despite the uncertainty, sources close to the production house claim that they are confident about releasing the film on January 9 without any issues or delays. Promotions are expected to start from November, and the film's producers are reportedly working on a grand plan to make Jana Nayagan a massive success. With a star studded cast and a huge budget, Jana Nayagan is expected to be one of the biggest releases of the year. However, the controversy surrounding the Karur stampede incident may impact the film's overall success.