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Time of India
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Jana Nayagan': Thalapathy Vijay's first-ever glimpse to be released on the actor's birthday, fans await official confirmation
's much-awaited film 'Jana Nayagan' directed by H Vinoth, is officially to be released on January 9, 2026. While the release is several months away, a buzz is developing around the first glimpse of the film. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to reports from Let's Cinema, fans may expect the teaser to drop on June 22, 2025, which is also the 51st birthday of Thalapathy Vijay. Traditionally, the leading South star's birthday is marked with the major updates of his films, and if true, the step will reflect the actor's final release 'The Greatest of All Time'. Political action drama with a strong message 'Jana Nayagan' is taking shape as a political action drama with significant weight, especially because it is being described as Vijay's last film as an actor before his full-time transition into politics. Although the official plot details are tightly wrapped, the filming allegedly involves sequences set against the army's background, indicating a strong patriotic venture. Fans are eager to know if this project will actually be Vijay's final on-screen appearance. The star-studded cast and Anirudh's music raise expectations The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast with and Bobby Deol, with Gaut Vasudev Menon, , Narayan, Priyamani, Mamita Baiju, and Monisha Blassi. There is also speculation of a stunning cameo by . The music for the film is composed by Anirudh Ravichender, and the film marks his fifth collaboration with Thalapathi Vijay. In particular, rapper Hanumankind has recorded a high-energy track for the album. Not a remake, but inspired by NBK's 'Bhagavanth Kesari' Contrary to earlier rumors suggesting 'Jana Nayagan' is a remake of Balakrishna's 'Bhagavanth Kesari,' insiders clarified that only a key 'Good Touch, Bad Touch' scene has been adapted. As fans await confirmation on the glimpse release, anticipation continues to mount for what could be Vijay's most impactful film yet.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Venkat Prabhu–Sivakarthikeyan join forces for a film, shoot to begin in November
Director Venkat Prabhu is set to join hands with actor Sivakarthikeyan for an exciting new project, marking their first full-fledged collaboration. Sivakarthikeyan made a cameo in Venkat Prabhu's recent film 'The Greatest of All Time' (GOAT) featuring Vijay in the lead role, and his short appearance grabbed wider attention. But this upcoming venture will feature him in the lead under Venkat Prabhu's direction. Both the actor and director have confirmed the news to Cinema Express, sparking interest across Kollywood circles. Film to begin production in November with a time-travel twist According to sources, the project is slated to go on floors in November and is expected to revolve around a time-travel concept—an intriguing genre rarely explored in Tamil cinema. The story is said to feature two prominent female characters, with actresses Kalyani Priyadarshan and Gayathrie Shankar currently in talks to join the cast. With Venkat Prabhu's flair for high-concept storytelling and Sivakarthikeyan's mass appeal, the film is already generating buzz. A creative reunion that promises innovation The collaboration brings together Venkat Prabhu, known for his genre-bending film 'Maanaadu,' and Sivakarthikeyan, one of Tamil cinema's most bankable stars. Their creative synergy is expected to deliver something fresh and inventive for audiences. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo While details about the film's title and crew are under wraps, official announcements are expected to follow soon as pre-production gears up. Sivakarthikeyan's busy line-up continues On the work front, Sivakarthikeyan has a packed schedule. Apart from this sci-fi thriller, he is working on 'Madharasi,' directed by AR Murugadoss, and 'Parasakthi' under the direction of Sudha Kongara. With back-to-back projects and bold new choices, the actor seems to be entering a dynamic phase in his career.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
A Twist of Fate: How John Cena nearly missed his WWE destiny
Image via WWE John Cena was almost about to not get into wrestling, which could have led to WWE not getting their 'GOAT.' WWE has seen many top stars define eras and generations. One of the biggest names in that conversation has been none other than John Cena. The Unseen 17 has emerged as one of the biggest attractions in professional wrestling, as the face of WWE. However, the company would have missed out on 'The Greatest of All Time' had Cena decided to go a different direction at the same time he encountered. John Cena almost missed out on wrestling due to his other aspirations In a candid conversation with Stephanie McMahon on her new show, Stephanie's Places, The Champ shared an interesting story about his days of struggle. After becoming inclined to the world of physical activity, John Cena wanted to join the Marine Corps, which he believed would be a perfect fit for his aspirations. Cena decided to sign up for the Marines and was set to go there. However, his friend invited him to a training session in Orange County that same weekend. The Face that Runs the Place chose to go there instead and immediately fell in love with wrestling upon seeing the ring. It was then that he decided to do a regular job on the weekdays and pursue wrestling on the weekends. Cena said, "I wanted to remain physical and I wanted to keep at a top level of performance ...think by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Girls Show Their Perfect Figure In These Sport Photos Take At Perfect Time True Edition Undo the Marines, they pretty seem that they would do that. So I was going to drive down and sign up, and literally the weekend I was going to go. My buddy was like, 'Hey, we are training in Orange County, would you wanna do that?' I said I'll take a look at that ... and I remember driving to LA Box, it's a one-storey glass building and I could see the ring through the glass and I was like, 'I will deal with the suck, Monday to Friday because on the weekends, I'll be a Superhero and that's how I approached it. " Had John Cena decided to go for the Marines that weekend, WWE would have never gotten one of its marquee names, and the wrestling world would have looked very different. However, Cena chose to attend that training session, and in doing so, he joined WWE. Twenty-five years later, he is now known as the GOAT, currently holding the record as the 17-time WWE Champion. Also read: Two shocking title changes shake the WWE NXT landscape Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
News18
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Thalapathy Vijay Pays Last Respect To Goundamani's Wife Shanthi
Last Updated: Vijay paid a visit to Goundamani's Chennai residence to offer his condolences to the family. Shanthi was 67. Veteran Tamil actor-comedian Goundamani's wife, Shanthi, died on Monday, May 5. She reportedly passed away due to her ill health at 67. As the regional film industry joined the actor in mourning and sending him condolences, actor Thalapathy Vijay paid a visit to Goundamani's Chennai home to pay his last respects. TVK leader and Tamil superstar Vijay was spotted at Goundamani's residence, where Shanthi's mortal remains were kept for the final rites. In a touching photo shared by one of the actor's fan pages on X, Vijay was seen embracing Goundamani. The image quickly spread across social media, with fans appreciating Vijay's thoughtful gesture towards the actor-comedian during such a difficult phase. Actor and TVK President Thalapathy Vijay pays heartfelt tribute in person to the late wife of veteran actor Goundamani 🙏🏼 — Tamil Nadu Vijay Fans Club (@TNVFC_OFFI) May 5, 2025 Goundamani's long-time comedy partner, Senthil, also came to pay his respects to Shanthi. The duo's legendary comic timing has made them one of the most loved pairs in Tamil cinema. Actor Sathyaraj also visited Goundamani's home in Chennai. Upon his arrival, he spoke to the media and said that Shanthi was like his 'sister". Goundamani's wife, Shanthi, was hospitalised for two days before her passing. She was suffering from an undisclosed medical condition. She is survived by her husband and their two daughters, Sumithra and Selvi. Goundamani and Shanthi had tied the knot in 1963. Goundamani, born Subramaniyan Karuppaiya, is one of the legendary comedians in Tamil cinema. Having made his debut in acting in the 1960s, he is best known for his partnership with Senthil. Over the course of his career, he has acted in hundreds of films and was at the peak of his career for 40 years. Most recently, he was seen in the film Otha Votu Muthaiya. As for Vijay, the 50-year-old actor was last seen on-screen in the film The Greatest of All Time (GOAT). Directed by Venkat Prabhu, the action thriller saw Vijay in dual roles. Up next, he will be seen in Jana Nayagan, a political thriller directed by H. Vinoth. The film will also feature Pooja Hegde and Bobby Deol in the lead roles, alongside Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Mamitha Baiju, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, and others in other key roles. The film is expected to hit the theatres on January 9, 2026, and is reportedly Vijay's final movie before he turns his focus fully on politics. First Published:
News18
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vijay Faces Ultimate Fan Moment As Man Jumps Down From A Tree At His Rally
Last Updated: Actor Vijay was campaigning for his political party in Coimbatore when a fan decided to surprise him by jumping on his car from a tree above! Talk about an unexpected fan moment! Actor Vijay was out campaigning for his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in Coimbatore on Saturday when he got the shock of his life. While waving to his supporters, a fan decided to take things up a notch by literally jumping down from a tree and landing on Vijay's vehicle! The whole thing was caught on camera, and the videos quickly made their way around the internet. In a video captured by Sun News, Vijay can be seen waving at a massive crowd surrounding his vehicle, eager to meet him. Everything's going smoothly when suddenly, there's a commotion behind him. Vijay turns around just in time to see a fan dramatically jumping down from a tree and landing right on his vehicle. The actor's face says it all as he is in pure shock for a moment. However, he quickly helps the fan up and offers him a scarf in the party's colours. As if that wasn't enough excitement, another fan gets the courage to climb onto the vehicle to meet Vijay, clearly inspired by the first guy's bold move. At this point, Vijay starts heading inside while his security team scrambles to keep the situation under control and prevent any more fans from scaling the vehicle. Vijay, who kicked off his acting career as a child artist in 1984 with Vetri and then took on his first lead role in 1992's Naalaiya Theerpu, was most recently seen in Venkat Prabhu's 2024 film The Greatest of All Time. His next film, Jana Nayagan, directed by H Vinoth, will also star Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, and Mamitha Baiju. Along with his work in cinema, Vijay is gearing up to dive into politics with TVK, as he plans to contest in the 2026 elections and make his mark in the political arena. First Published:
