Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan release postponed amidst CBFC certification row, makers issue official statement

The distributors of the film in Europe and Malaysia shared a post on X on January 7, confirming the development.

• Jana Nayagan's release postponed from January 9, 2026 to a later date
• CBFC certification for the film is still pending, delaying its release
• New release date to be announced; fans urged to avoid unverified information

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In the latest update surrounding the Jana Nayagan release controversy, the Thalapathy Vijay starrer film's release has been postponed.

The makers have issued an official statement postponing the film indefinitely. KVN Productions wrote in the statement, "It is with a heavy heart that we share this update with our valued stakeholders and audiences. The release of Jana Nayagan, eagerly awaited on January 9, has been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances beyond our control."

The statement continued, "We deeply understand the anticipation, excitement, and emotions surrounding this film, and this decision has not been an easy one for any of us. The new release date will be announced at the earliest."

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— KVN Productions (@KvnProductions) January 7, 2026

"Until then, we humbly request your patience and continued love. Your unwavering support is our greatest strength and means everything to the entire Jana Nayagan team," it added.

The postponement has intensified scrutiny on the regulatory processes governing film releases, as the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has yet to clear the film.

Earlier, on January 7 (Wednesday), the Madras High Court postponed the hearing related to the film's CBFC certification.

With no certification issued, the makers sought urgent intervention from the Madras High Court, which has reserved its order on the matter.

The distributors of the film in Europe and Malaysia have also shared a post on X on January 7, confirming the development. The film was originally set to release on January 9, 2026. There was a lot of anticipation surrounding the release of the mega film.

The official announcement stated, "Due to unforeseen circumstances, the initial release of Jana Nayagan, scheduled for 9 January 2026, has been postponed to a later date. We are currently awaiting further updates from the production team. Once the new release date is confirmed, official announcements will be shared through our authorized platforms."

It further added, "In the meantime, we sincerely request all fans and supporters to remain patient and positive. Kindly refrain from spreading or engaging with unverified or misleading information from any unofficial sources. Several arrangements are still in progress, and we humbly seek your understanding and cooperation. Let us stay united and approach this situation calmly and responsibly as we await a positive resolution. Thank you for your continued support."

‼️OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT‼️@KvnProductions@PharsFilm#MalikStreams#DAM#JanaNayagan#ThalapathyVijaypic.twitter.com/w3aFeYL0W5 — Malik Streams Corporation (@malikstreams) January 7, 2026

The delay comes as theatres in Tamil Nadu began advance ticket sales for Jana Nayagan, with prices in the black market reaching unprecedented levels. Reports indicate that ticket prices for morning shows surged as high as Rs 2000.

Also read: Jana Nayagan's hearing at Madras High Court delayed over CBFC certificate 2 days ahead of release

Further official information from the makers is awaited. The new release date is yet to be announced. Jana Nayagan marks the last film of Thalapathy Vijay before he completely joins politics.