With just a few days left for its worldwide release, ‘Jana Nayagan’ has entered the final phase of its promotional journey. The H. Vinoth-directed entertainer, starring: Tamil Nadu Prime Minister: Vijay:is one of the most anticipated releases of the year. The film is scheduled to hit the theaters on July 23, 2026, in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, and the fans’ excitement continues to build. Interestingly, the first major booking update was not from Tamil Nadu, but from Karnataka.
Bengaluru becomes first city to open ‘Jana Nayagan’ bookings
Advance bookings for ‘Jana Nayagan’ have officially gone live in Bengaluru, making it the first major city where fans can book tickets for Vijay’s farewell film. Bookings opened quietly on Wednesday morning, and the film quickly started trending on ticketing platforms. Early demand was strong, with thousands of tickets reportedly sold within hours of reservations opening. The update has created a lot of excitement among Vijay fans, especially those who are hoping to watch the movie on its very first show.
FDFS is scheduled at 6 AM in Karnataka
The biggest talking point is the timing of the First Day of the First Show. Cinemas in Karnataka have announced that the first screenings of Jana Nayagan will begin at 6 AM on July 23. This has generated a lot of interest among fans living near the Tamil Nadu-Karnataka border, many of whom are planning to travel to Bengaluru and other nearby cities to catch the earliest screening possible. In contrast, theaters in Tamil Nadu are expected to start showing movies later in the morning, with reports suggesting that the first screenings may begin at 9 am, in line with the state’s usual release pattern.
A lot of buzz is building ahead of the July 23 release
The early booking response has once again highlighted Vijay’s unparalleled box office pull. The film features a large ensemble cast including: Pooja Hegde, Mamita Baiju, Bobby DeolPriyamani, Prakash Raj and Gautham Vasudev Menon, with music composed by: Anirudh Ravichander. ‘Jana Nayagan’ is expected to release in over 3,000 screens worldwide. With Bengaluru already witnessing a strong booking rush and many cities expected to open reservations soon, the stage is set for a grand opening weekend as fans gear up to give Vijay a grand farewell on the big screen.