Jana Nayagan Release Postponed: When Will Thalapathy Vijay's Movie Release? Check Here

Fans waiting for release of Thalapathy Vijay's last film, Jana Nayagan, are in for a shock. The movie was supposed to be released on January 9. Audience will have to wait a bit longer, decision to postpone it was made just 2 days before its release

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'Jana Nayagan' will not be released on January 9

There was speculation the film might be delayed, and distributors have now officially confirmed it. They informed fans via a social media post on Wednesday night.

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Distributors announce the postponement of 'Jana Nayagan'

The film's distribution company, RFT Films, announced its postponement on X with a dialogue. They wrote, "Even a lion takes two steps back before the final leap.. ✨🦁" Jana Nayagan's release has been postponed.

Even a lion takes two steps back before the final leap.. ✨🦁@actorvijay | @hegdepooja@KvnProductions | @FilmsLokah#JanaNayagan#ThalapathyThiruvizha#ThalapathyVijaypic.twitter.com/ZCSdtqqpwc

— RFT Films (@FilmsRft) January 7, 2026

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Why was Thalapathy Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' postponed

Malaysian distributors confirmed the delay for unknown reasons, awaiting a new date from the production team.

‼️OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT‼️@KvnProductions@PharsFilm#MalikStreams#DAM#JanaNayagan#ThalapathyVijaypic.twitter.com/w3aFeYL0W5

— Malik Streams Corporation (@malikstreams) January 7, 2026

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Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' is stuck at the CBFC

The film is stuck at the CBFC. After a complaint about hurting religious sentiments, it was sent to a revising committee. The makers went to court, forcing a release delay.

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When will Thalapathy Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan' be released now

The makers haven't announced a new release date, but it might release around Pongal. The political thriller also stars Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, and Prakash Raj.