Vijay’s as a lead actor before his full‑time transition into politics is titled Jana Nayagan (tentatively known as Thalapathy 69). The film is directed by H Vinoth (known for Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru , Nerkonda Paarvai ) and is expected to release in theaters within the next two weeks. It is set to be released worldwide on January 9, 2026 , coinciding with the Pongal festival. The film will mark a poignant farewell to his cinematic career.
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– A sports drama that became one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time, highlights a report from Zeebiz.com .
: An emotional blockbuster featuring the iconic pairing with Simran.
| Year | Movie | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 2017 | Mersal | Triple role; social critique of medical scams | | 2018 | Sarkar | Political drama | | 2019 | Bigil | Sports action (Football) | | 2021 | Master | Face-off with Vijay Sethupathi | | 2022 | Beast | Action comedy set in a mall | | 2023 | Varisu | Family mass entertainer | | 2023 | Leo | Part of Lokesh Cinematic Universe | | 2024 | The Greatest of All Time (GOAT) | Sci-fi action | | 2025 | Jana Nayagan (Upcoming) | Political action (Tentative) |
, popularly known as Thalapathy , has a career spanning over three decades with more than 65 films. His latest and final film, Jana Nayagan , is currently scheduled for release on 17 April 2026 Recent & Landmark Releases (2020–2026)
Below is a chronological list of his Tamil films, followed by an analysis of his career phases.
This period is where Vijay shed his "kid" image and became a romantic action hero. He collaborated frequently with director Vikraman and actress Simran. The "Karpoora Bommai" image was born here.
– A philosophical drama dealing with destiny and fate.
This comprehensive explores his entire filmography, mapping his journey across distinct eras of Tamil cinema. The Complete Decadal Filmography List
: Featured Vijayakanth in a crucial cameo to boost Vijay's commercial reach.