The spectacular audio launch of Jana Nayagan, the final film of Thalapathy Vijay, took place in Malaysia and transformed into a memorable and profoundly
emotional night for both fans and industry peers. Among the notable attendees was director Atlee, who came to honor a star whose influence transcends cinema and generations. Vijay and Atlee share a unique creative partnership, having worked together on three major hits—Theri, Mersal, and Bigil—each making a significant impact on Tamil cinema. Their shared experiences made Atlee’s presence at the event particularly special.
Atlee Honors Thalapathy Vijay
One of the most touching moments of the evening occurred after Atlee finished his address. Filled with emotion, he rushed to Vijay on stage and embraced him, eliciting loud cheers and applause from the large audience present.
Reflecting on the sentiment surrounding Jan Neta being labeled as Vijay’s “one last time,” Atlee remarked, “I’m not sure how to interpret that ‘one last time’. The Vijay I know approaches everything as if it’s the last time. He has treated every shot as if it’s the final one—I must give my utmost.”
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He further drew comparisons with Vijay’s legendary characters, stating, “That ‘one last time’ was IPS Vijay Kumar. That ‘one last time’ was Thalapathy Vetri Maaran. That ‘one last time’ was Rayappan. And I believe the ‘one last time’ is Jananayagan.”
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Atlee also expressed his admiration for Vijay as an individual and mentor, emphasizing his modesty and kindness. He reminisced about how Vijay once motivated him to pen a story and assured him he would star in it—a gesture he acknowledged is uncommon among leading stars.
The audio launch in Malaysia received an extraordinary turnout, with over 90,000 fans present, highlighting Vijay’s unparalleled global following. Produced by Venkat K. Narayana under KVN Productions, Jan Neta features Thalapathy Vijay alongside Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, and Priyamani. The film is set to hit theaters worldwide on January 9, 2026.
