Pooja Hegde on Jana Nayagan: Working with Vijay sir is the most relaxing experience
Pooja Hegde praises Vijay’s humility and star power as Jana Nayagan, his farewell film directed by H Vinoth with music by Anirudh, readies for Jan 9th 2026 release.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Pooja Hegde opened up about her excitement for her upcoming film Jana Nayagan, which also marks Thalapathy Vijay’s farewell to cinema. “I’m very excited about Jana Nayagan. I was sad as it’s Vijay sir’s last film. Working with him is the most relaxing experience,” she shared.
The actress praised Vijay’s grounded nature despite his towering stardom. “He knows in his mind that he is a Superstar and doesn’t have the need to prove that. I understand he has a big dream,” she added, hinting at the actor’s future aspirations beyond the silver screen.
With the entire shoot wrapped and post-production in full swing, Jana Nayagan is set for a grand release on Jan 9th, 2026. This high-profile entertainer boasts an ensemble cast including Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Narain, Priya Mani, Gowtham Menon, and several other promising talents.
Directed by H Vinoth and featuring music by Anirudh, the film promises to be a fitting swansong for Thalapathy Vijay, blending star power, scale, and sentiment in what is expected to be one of the most awaited releases of 2026.
