Thalapathy Vijay starrer Jana Nayagan’s OTT deal stuck? Here’s what we know

Thalapathy Vijay starrer Jana Nayagan was initially scheduled to release on January 9, 2026, coinciding with Pongal. However, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has not yet certified the film, resulting in the release being delayed and no final date has been announced.

As the release of the film continues to be postponed, reports suggest that the OTT platform may consider legal action against the makers, as the release schedule is being affected due to the delay.

Is the OTT platform preparing to sue the makers of Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayakan?

According to reports, Amazon Prime Video has acquired the digital rights of Jana Naygan for Rs 120 crore. According to Asianet News, the OTT platform has expressed disappointment over the repeated postponements of the film’s release, which is reportedly impacting its planned streaming window.

Amazon is considering legal action against Prime Video creators, due to delays caused by scheduling conflicts for the platform’s upcoming releases. However, this remains speculation at the moment, with no official confirmation from the makers or the platform.

Recently, the CBFC informed the Madras High Court that the initial 14 cuts suggested by it were only an “intermediary” decision, on which a final decision is yet to be taken by the board. At present the court has reserved its decision and the date of the decision is still awaited.

More about Jan Nayakan

Jana Nayakan starring Thalapathy Vijay is considered to be the last cinematic appearance of the superstar. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film tells the story of Thalapathy Vetri Kondan, a former police officer and convict who adopts a young girl named Viji and is determined to raise her into a strong and independent woman. He also convinces him to join the army despite his fear of violence.

Amidst these developments, a grave threat is looming over India, which could potentially lead to the annihilation of its people. As Vetri Condon finds himself caught between these circumstances, a personal vendetta also emerges, forcing him to take matters into his own hands and expose the system responsible for starting the crisis.

Apart from Vijay, the film also stars Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamita Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narayan, Priyamani, Sunil and many others in lead roles.