Thalapathy Vijay’s last film before joining politics,Jana Nayagan,is finally ready for release, after multiple delays. The film was leaked online a few weeks back, leaving the makers and fans in utter shock and dismay. According to a report, Jana Nayagan is being lined up for a worldwide release on May 8. The official confirmation from the makers is expected soon.

As per a report by PinkVilla, Vijay’s Jana Nayagan will finally hit theatres in the second week of May, after the Tamil Nadu election result. This comes after the entire film was leaked online on April 9th. Videos and clips from the film went viral, with netizens widely circulating them on social media.

Supposedly touted as Vijay’s last film before he takes up his political career, the movie’s release has been delayed following a tiff of sorts with the CBFC. From Rajinikanth and Kamal Hassan to Vijay Devarakonda, everyone has come out in support of Vijay, while fans went on to request everyone not to share the pirate version and make sure to watch the film in theatres.

Credit: KVN Productions

After the leak, the makers sent out a long note and warned the people who leaked the movie, 'We, KVN Productions LLP, are the Producers and exclusive copyright owners of the cinematograph film 'Jana Nayagan'. It has come to our notice that certain scenes and clips from the said film and in some cases most of the film have been illegally accessed, copied and circulated by unidentified persons, posing a serious threat of digital piracy. We hereby notify that downloading, viewing, storing, forwarding, sharing, uploading or circulating of such leaked content through WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, websites, torrents or any other medium constitutes a criminal offence and a violation of copyright laws,' reads the the public notice.

They further asked netizens to delete shared videos and clips from the movie, The official statement further reads, "Every digital action is traceable, and we have already initiated necessary investigations including forensic investigations and complaints against persons involved and are actively identifying all others in the chain of circulation. Strict civil and criminal proceedings will be pursued against every offender without exception. The public is hereby strictly advised not to engage in any manner with such leaked content. Any person found involved shall face immediate legal action at their own risk as to consequences. If you receive such content, do not open, store, or forward it. Delete it immediately."

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— KVN Productions (@KvnProductions) April 10, 2026

The film was initially set for January 9, 2026 release.

Lead and social image credits: KVN Productions