The highly anticipated Pongal 2026 release of superstar Vijay's final cinematic venture, #JanaNayagan, has been officially postponed. The film's producer, Bengaluru-based KVN Productions, announced the unexpected delay late on Wednesday night, January 7, 2026.
Official Announcement and Reason for Delay
In a statement, the production house attributed the postponement to "unavoidable circumstances beyond our control." Industry sources and a social media post by journalist ETB Sivapriyan clarified that the primary reason is a delay in securing the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) certificate. The film was unable to complete the necessary censor formalities in time for its scheduled festive release.
Impact on Fans and Pongal Box Office
The postponement is a significant disappointment for millions of Vijay's fans, who were eagerly awaiting his cinema swan song during the lucrative Pongal holiday season. The Pongal slot is a crucial period for Tamil cinema, and the absence of a Vijay-starrer reshuffles the box office dynamics. The new release date for the mega-budget project has not been announced yet by KVN Productions.
What Happens Next?
All eyes are now on the production team to swiftly navigate the certification process. The studio is expected to announce a revised release date once the censor formalities are conclusively completed. The delay also affects the extensive marketing and distribution plans that were set in motion for the Pongal weekend.
This development marks a temporary setback for one of the most talked-about films in recent Tamil cinema history, turning the actor's final bow into a waiting game for his legion of supporters.
