In a grand and emotionally charged event in Malaysia, superstar Thalapathy Vijay officially launched the music for his final cinematic venture, 'Jana Nayagan', before embarking full-time on his new political path. The audio launch, held ahead of the film's Pongal 2026 release on January 9, transformed into a heartfelt farewell speech where Vijay expressed profound gratitude to his fans and outlined his future commitment to public service.
An Emotional Farewell in Malaysia: Vijay's Promise to Fans
Addressing a massive gathering of fans, whom he affectionately called "Aiyaa, Rasa, Chellangala," Vijay reflected on his over three-decade-long career. He stated that the unwavering support of his fans, who have stood by him for 30-33 years, is the direct reason for his life-altering decision to enter politics. "For the people who come and stand in theatres for me, I am ready to stand for them for the next 30–33 years," Vijay declared passionately.
He framed his exit from cinema as a reciprocal sacrifice for the devotion shown by his followers. "For my fans, who sacrificed everything for me, I am sacrificing cinema. This Vijay will not just say thank you and walk away, I will repay my debt of gratitude," he vowed, addressing the criticism he has faced throughout his career by emphasizing that his fans' steadfast belief was all that mattered.
Celebrating Collaborators: Vinoth, Anirudh, and Prakash Raj
Vijay took time to praise his talented team for 'Jana Nayagan'. He humorously bestowed composer Anirudh Ravichander with the title "MDS" (Musical Departmental Store), describing him as an endless source of songs and background scores. He lauded director H. Vinoth as a socially responsible filmmaker, expressing happiness that their long-pending collaboration finally materialized with this film.
Sharing a special note about his camaraderie with veteran actor Prakash Raj, Vijay remarked that while most heroes share chemistry with heroines, his greatest on-screen synergy has been with Prakash Raj ever since their iconic pairing in 'Ghilli'. He also shared a philosophical insight, stating, "You don’t need friends to win in life, but you need a strong enemy, as only a tough adversary will make you strong."
The Final Curtain Call: Music, Memories, and a Message
The event, held in Malaysia—a location Vijay highlighted for its large Tamil population and significance in Tamil cinema—saw the launch of songs that have already gained popularity, including 'Thalapathy Kacheri,' 'Oru Paerae Varalaru,' and 'Chella Magale'. Vijay thanked the Malaysian government for hosting the grand event and recalled shooting several films there, like 'Kaavalan' and 'Kuruvi'.
In candid moments, when asked if anyone could replace him in cinema, Vijay replied that people would always know where everyone belongs. In a rapid-fire segment, he called fans his God, described betrayal as a word he dislikes, and defined failure as continuous effort. As fans sang 'Yaar Petra Magano Nee', he smiled and said he wouldn't cry, later joining them for a memorable selfie video.
Vijay concluded with a message of kindness, urging people to perform small good deeds as they always yield future benefits. He confidently stated that 2026 would see history repeat itself, hinting at his political ambitions. The actor then danced to 'Thalapathy Kacheri', possibly for the last time on a stage as a film star, marking the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter as Jana Nayagan.
