With just 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 Chief Minister Vijay, is one of the most anticipated releases of the year. The film is scheduled to hit theatres on July 23, 2026, in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, and excitement among fans has been steadily building. Interestingly, the first major booking update has come not from Tamil Nadu, but from Karnataka.

Bengaluru becomes the first city to open ‘Jana Nayagan’ bookings

Advance reservations 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. The bookings opened quietly on Wednesday morning, and the film quickly began trending on ticketing platforms. Early demand has been strong, with thousands of tickets reportedly being sold within hours of reservations opening. The update has created huge excitement among Vijay fans, especially those hoping to watch the movie on its very first show.

FDFS scheduled for 6 AM in Karnataka

The biggest talking point is the First Day First Show timing. Theatres in Karnataka have announced that the earliest shows of Jana Nayagan will begin at 6 AM on July 23. This has created 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 towns to catch the earliest screening possible. In contrast, theatres in Tamil Nadu are expected to start shows later in the morning, with reports suggesting that the first screenings could begin around 9 AM, following the state’s usual release pattern.

Massive buzz builds ahead of the July 23 release

The early booking response has once again highlighted Vijay’s unmatched box office pull. The film features a large ensemble cast including Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Bobby Deol, Priyamani, Prakash Raj and Gautham Vasudev Menon, with music composed by Anirudh Ravichander. ‘Jana Nayagan’ is expected to release on more than 3,000 screens worldwide. With Bengaluru already witnessing a strong booking rush and more cities expected to open reservations soon, the stage is set for a massive opening weekend as fans prepare to give Vijay a grand farewell on the big screen.