Vijay unveils Jana Nayagan first roar
Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay celebrated his 51st birthday on Sunday, June 22, with a special gift for his fans — the release of The First Roar, a teaser from his upcoming and final film Jana Nayagan. Produced by KVN Productions and directed by H. Vinoth, the film marks Vijay’s last acting venture before he transitions into full-time politics.
The teaser begins with a powerful message: “A true leader rises not for the power, but for the people.” Vijay is seen in a police uniform and sunglasses, wielding a sword as he walks across a blazing field. His bloodied fist and bold moustache adjustment with the sword signal both defiance and determination. It ends with the phrase: “Let’s rise together.”
Jana Nayagan features music by Anirudh Ravichander and a star-studded cast including Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, and Priyamani. Bobby Deol returns to Tamil cinema after his role in Kanguva, while Pooja Hegde reunites with Vijay after their 2022 film Beast. Speaking about Vijay’s political shift, Hegde expressed sadness as a fan but extended full support to his new journey.
Vijay launched his political party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam, in February 2024, vowing to tackle corruption and divisive politics. The party will contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Set for a January 9, 2026 release, Jana Nayagan coincides with Makar Sankranti and Pongal festivities. Vijay’s last film, The Greatest Of All Time, a sci-fi action hit, cemented his legacy in Tamil cinema before this new chapter begins.
