Thalapathy Vijay’s much-awaited film Jana Nayagan has finally arrived in theaters, creating a massive celebration across Tamil Nadu. Directed by H. Vinoth, the political action drama has been in the spotlight as Vijay’s final film before entering full-time politics. Fans gathered outside theaters for the first-day-first-show celebrations, with grand events featuring music, drone light shows, cake cutting, dancing, and emotional tributes. The release became even more special when Japanese fans joined celebrations at a Chennai theater, cheering for Vijay alongside local fans and bringing an international flavor to the event.

Vijay’s Jana Nayagan Sparks Huge Fan Celebrations | Japanese Fans Add International Touch in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's much-awaited final film Jana Nayagan has finally hit theatres after months of delays and a major online leak controversy. Director H. Vinoth dismissed allegations that the leak was politically motivated ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, calling the claims baseless. Massive celebrations erupted across Chennai as thousands of fans gathered outside theatres for Vijay's last film before fully entering politics.

Watch the latest updates on Jana Nayagan's release, leak controversy, political reactions, fan celebrations, box office expectations, and Vijay's transition from cinema to politics.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan hits theatres after massive leak controversy 

Vijay starrer Leo has taken the world box office by storm. The film, helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, was released in theatres on Thursday (Oct&nbsp;19), and within a single day, the film has shattered several box office records.

As per Sachnilk, the action film has grossed Rs 63 crore (630 million) in India on its first day across all languages, becoming the biggest opening for a Kollywood film in India. The movie has earned moolah in the overseas market as well. On the first day, the movie&nbsp;earned Rs 66 crore (Rs 660 million). Earlier, the film was estimated to earn Rs 140 crore (1.4 billion) at the box office. However, as per the numbers shared by the makers, the worldwide gross of the film is&nbsp;Rs 130 crore (1.3&nbsp;billion).

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With this milestone, Vijay's film has now become the biggest opener of the year for any Indian movie. The film has even surpassed Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan's worldwide opening numbers. Atlee's directorial opened with Rs 129.1 crore (1.2 billion) on its opening day.

Leo has joined blockbusters like RRR, Baahubali 2, KGF 2, and Pathaan in the club of films that crossed Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) worldwide on their opening day.

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The film even broke Rajinikanth's 2.0 record, becoming the highest-grossing movie ever in the history of Tamil cinema.

The film marks the second collaboration between Lokesh Kanagaraj and Vijay after their 2021 film Master that became a blockbuster. Apart from Vijay, the film stars Trisha Krishnan, Arjun, Priya Anand, Mysskin, Mansoor Ali Khan, Mathew Thomas and others.&nbsp;

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WION's Sidharth MP&nbsp;gave a mixed review of the film. He writes, ''Overall, it seemed like both Lokesh Kanagaraj and Vijay delivered most of the elements that they have been known for. However, the film feels deficient, to say the least. The director tries extra hard to fit this film into his cinematic Universe, but it feels blatantly force-fitted and counter-productive.'' <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leo-review-a-vijay-film-with-lokesh-kanagaraj-trademarks-falters-after-a-fast-paced-first-half-648894">Read the full review here.&nbsp;</a>

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Vijay starrer Leo has taken the world box office by storm. The film, helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, was released in theatres on Thursday (Oct 19), and within a single day, the film has shattered several box office records.

Vijay starrer Leo has taken the world box office by storm. The film, helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, was released in theatres on Thursday (Oct 19), and within a single day, the film has shattered several box office records. As per Sachnilk, the action film has grossed Rs 63 crore (630 million) in India on its first day across all languages, becoming the biggest opening for a Kollywood film in India. The movie has earned moolah in the overseas market as well. On the first day, the movie earned Rs 66 crore (Rs 660 million). Earlier, the film was estimated to earn Rs 140 crore (1.4 billion) at the box office. However, as per the numbers shared by the makers, the worldwide gross of the film is Rs 130 crore (1.3 billion). P!nk postpones more shows to 'focus on health' and recover from respiratory infection #LEO🧊🔥 Day 1 Worldwide Collection 132.5 Cr!!! @Actorvijay #LeoBlockbuster Kollywood Biggest Opening 🏆🦁 @Dir_Lokesh @7screenstudio @MrRathna #LeoReview @anirudhofficial pic.twitter.com/saItNWw4Fp — #LEO OFFICIAL (@TeamLeoOffcl) October 20, 2023 × With this milestone, Vijay's film has now become the biggest opener of the year for any Indian movie. The film has even surpassed Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan's worldwide opening numbers. Atlee's directorial opened with Rs 129.1 crore (1.2 billion) on its opening day. Leo has joined blockbusters like RRR, Baahubali 2, KGF 2, and Pathaan in the club of films that crossed Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) worldwide on their opening day. MTV Europe Music Awards cancelled amid Israel-Gaza crisis The film even broke Rajinikanth's 2.0 record, becoming the highest-grossing movie ever in the history of Tamil cinema. The film marks the second collaboration between Lokesh Kanagaraj and Vijay after their 2021 film Master that became a blockbuster. Apart from Vijay, the film stars Trisha Krishnan, Arjun, Priya Anand, Mysskin, Mansoor Ali Khan, Mathew Thomas and others. Leo Review: WION's Sidharth MP gave a mixed review of the film. He writes, ''Overall, it seemed like both Lokesh Kanagaraj and Vijay delivered most of the elements that they have been known for. However, the film feels deficient, to say the least. The director tries extra hard to fit this film into his cinematic Universe, but it feels blatantly force-fitted and counter-productive.'' Read the full review here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Vijay’s Jana Nayagan Sparks Huge Fan Celebrations | Japanese Fans Add International Touch in Chennai

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan hits theatres after massive leak controversy

Leo Day 1 Collection: Vijay's film shatters box office records. Here's how much the film has earned