Official! 'Jana Nayagan' glimpse to drop on June 22 as a special treat for Thalapathy Vijay's birthday

Thalapathy Vijay
fans are overwhelmed with excitement as the popular South actor celebrates his 51st birthday on June 22. With his birthday coming up in two days, a big update from his upcoming 'Jana Nayagan' was expected to be unveiled.
This update has become really important as this is
Vijay
's last film. In this context, the team has officially announced that they will be bringing a special glimpse video on June 22nd. "A lion is always a lion & his first roar is incoming 🔥 June 22 | 12.00 AM", captioned the makers by sharing an intense poster featuring Vijay.
Expectations peak for 'Jana Nayagan'
Directed by H Vinoth, who is popular for directing 'Theeran Adhigaram' and 'Thunivu', this film stars Vijay in the lead role,
Pooja Hegde
, Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Varalaxmi, Revathi, Mamitha Baiju, Narain, and Shruti Haasan in important roles. The film is being made with a powerful technical team of cinematographer Sathyan Sooryan, and action director Anal Arasu. 'Jana Nayagan' is scheduled for a Pongal release in January 2026.
Anirudh Ravichander
's soaring background score is anticipated to light up the 'Jana Nayagan' glimpse, while fans await their expectations for the much-awaited video.
Re-release and political work, Vijay fans keep themselves busy
At the same time, Atlee's Mersal film was also re-released today (June 20) on some of the screens in Tamil Nadu, bringing another gift to the joy of fans. Meanwhile, Vijay's party 'Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam' is launching a "Free Breakfast Scheme" in Villivakkam, Chennai. Also, reports suggest that Vijay will start campaigning and touring across Tamil Nadu in August. Working in 'Jana Nayagan' and focusing on politics, both together mark a new era for Thalapathy Vijay.

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