Thalapathy Vijay’s last film, Jana Nayagan, is still awaiting its release date and is facing continuous delays. While earlier reports suggested that the film may hit the screens this month, it now appears that it will not release in February, as Theri’s re-release has been officially announced.
Not Jana Nayagan but Thalapathy Vijay’s Theri will release on the big screen this month
In the latest update shared by Theri’s overseas distributor AP International, the film is expected to re-release in theaters on February 20, 2026. Sharing the update, the distribution team wrote, “Mark your calendars for February 20th! Theri is re-releasing overseas, bringing all the action, emotion and thrill back for global fans. Don’t just hear about it, be a part of the celebration!”
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Initially, there were speculations that Jana Nayagan might soon resolve the censor delay and release by the end of this month. However, with Theri being re-released, it is unlikely that the two Thalapathy Vijay starrer films will hit the big screens within the same release window.
As of now, no official update has been made regarding Jan Nayakan, fans are eagerly waiting for further announcements.
More about Theri
Theri is an action thriller starring Thalapathy Vijay in the lead role and is directed by Atlee, marking the filmmaker’s first collaboration with the superstar. The film tells the story of Joseph, a bakery owner from Kerala who lives a quiet life as a single father with his daughter.
However, after a scuffle with a gang of local goons, he is forced to protect his daughter and reveal his true identity as DCP Vijay Kumar, a formidable Chennai police officer who was presumed dead. As his identity is on the verge of being exposed, he must settle scores with an old rival.
Apart from Vijay, the film also stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Amy Jackson, Baby Nainika, Radhika Sarathkumar, Mahendran, Prabhu and many others in lead roles.
Jana Nayakan of Thalapathy Vijay
Jana Nayakan, starring Thalapathy Vijay and directed by H. Vinoth, is seen as the superstar’s final cinematic appearance. The film is based on Vetri Kondan, a former police officer and convict, who adopts a young girl Viji and raises her to be strong and independent, even encouraging her to join the army despite the fear of violence.
Vetri Condon is thrust into crisis as a grave national threat looms over India. With personal vendettas also at the forefront, he is forced to take matters into his own hands and expose the system behind the looming threat.
Initially, the film was scheduled to release on January 9, 2026, coinciding with Pongal. However, it was delayed due to failure to obtain CBFC certification.
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