In a major development that has put all speculations to rest, the production team behind Thalapathy Vijay's highly anticipated film 'Jana Nayagan' has officially addressed and dismissed circulating rumors about salary disputes with the superstar. The clarification comes as a relief to millions of fans eagerly awaiting Vijay's final acting project.
Production House Breaks Silence on Salary Controversy
Contrary to recent reports suggesting that Vijay hadn't completed dubbing for 'Jana Nayagan' due to unpaid fees, the production house has provided exclusive confirmation to Etimes that the actor has been paid his complete remuneration of Rs 235 crore as per the signed agreement. Furthermore, they confirmed that Vijay has successfully finished dubbing all his portions for the political action entertainer.
The official statement from the makers effectively puts an end to the ongoing speculation about any financial disagreements between Vijay and the production team. With this clarification, the focus now shifts entirely to the film's progress and upcoming release.
Grand Release Plans and Massive Pre-release Business
'Jana Nayagan' is steadily progressing toward its grand theatrical release scheduled for Pongal 2026, under the directorial guidance of H Vinoth. The film's pre-release business has already begun making waves in the industry, with reports confirming that the Tamil Nadu theatrical rights have been sold for a record-breaking Rs 105 crore.
This monumental deal sets a new benchmark for Tamil cinema and reflects the massive box office potential that distributors see in Vijay's final acting venture. The tremendous success of Vijay's recent films and the overwhelming anticipation for 'Jana Nayagan' have contributed to this historic pre-release business achievement.
Star-Studded Cast and Grand Audio Launch
The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast that includes Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Priyamani, Prakash Raj, Gautham Menon, and Mamitha Baiju among others. Vijay plays a police officer who reportedly transitions into politics, adding another powerful character to his illustrious filmography.
Music maestro Anirudh Ravichander is composing the soundtrack, marking his fifth collaboration with Vijay. The team has announced a grand audio launch event scheduled to take place in Malaysia on December 27, with preparations already underway for this massive promotional event.
With all controversies now addressed and the production moving forward at full pace, 'Jana Nayagan' is shaping up to be one of the most significant Tamil film releases of 2026, promising to give Thalapathy Vijay a memorable farewell from acting.