Tamil Nadu Ministers serve biryani, distribute saplings as fans celebrate release of CM Vijay's final film 'Jana Nayagan' in Kanchipuram
Kanchipuram, July 23
The release of Tamil Nadu CM and actor Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' has sparked scenes of extraordinary excitement across theatres on opening day, as fans gathered in large numbers well before the first show. From early morning celebrations to fans dancing to music, confetti, giant cut-outs, enthusiastic chants and cheers outside cinema halls, the film's arrival transformed theatres into festive venues.
Tamil Nadu Ministers SPK Thennarasu and RV Ranjith Kumar joined fans in Kanchipuram to celebrate the release of 'Jana Nayagan'. The film is welcomed by fans with drum performances, DJ music and dance celebrations outside theatres.
At Babu Cinemas in Kanchipuram, Ministers Thennarasu and Ranjith Kumar watched the film along with party functionaries amid enthusiastic celebrations.
To mark the occasion, Minister Thennarasu arranged and personally served hot chicken biryani, laddus, raita and brinjal curry to moviegoers at the theatre, ensuring fans were provided with food during the celebrations.
As part of an environmental awareness initiative, tree saplings were also distributed to fans on behalf of the Tamil Nadu Forest Department Minister. The initiative encouraged every household to plant and nurture at least one tree to help improve the environment.
The release of 'Jana Nayagan', billed as Vijay's final film, witnessed festive celebrations at theatres across Tamil Nadu, with fans and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) cadres turning out in large numbers.
In Ranipet district, celebrations were held outside Lakshmi Theatre in Arcot, where TVK office-bearers and party workers welcomed the film's release with music, fireworks and dance performances. Similar celebrations were reported from theatres across the district.
In the Nilgiris district, 'Jana Nayagan' was screened at Ganapathy Theatre in Udhagamandalam (Ooty), where the first show began at 11:30 am owing to the hill station's cold weather.
Tamil Nadu Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Madan Raja joined party workers and fans in celebrating the release. He was welcomed by party functionaries at Charing Cross before garlanding the statue of Mahatma Gandhi and offering prayers at the Sri Mariamman and Kaliamman temples for the film's success.
Directed by H Vinoth, Jana Nayagan stars Vijay alongside Mamitha Baiju, Pooja Hegde, Prakash Raj, Bobby Deol, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Priyamani and Narain. The film features music by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography by Sathyan Sooryan, editing by Pradeep E Ragav and production design by V Selvakumar.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, the biryani serving by ministers is a bit too much. We've had senior leaders do this for decades. While the excitement for Vijay's film is genuine, using taxpayer-funded events for political grandstanding isn't something to celebrate. Focus on actual governance and let entertainment be entertainment.
The tree sapling distribution is such a thoughtful touch! In this heat, every sapling counts. Vijay sir has always been environmentally conscious, and seeing his team continue that legacy even in his 'final film' celebrations is heartwarming. Meanwhile, other state leaders could learn from this approach. 🌱
As someone who's followed Indian cinema from abroad, this level of fan dedication is incredible! In the US, you rarely see politicians personally serving food at movie premieres. The mix of celebration, environmental initiative, and community outreach is uniquely Tamil. Wish we had something similar back home.
The contrast is interesting - while north Indian states fight over political issues, here in TN we have ministers distributing biryani and laddus for a film release! 🤭 But jokes aside, this kind of cultural celebration is what keeps our society vibrant. Vijay has truly become an icon beyond cinema.
I'm a bit skeptical about a sitting CM acting in films while running a state. But the fact that his 'final film' has brought such genuine joy to people is something. The tree planting initiative is genuinely good - beats the usual political rallies. Still, hope governance doesn't take a backseat to movie promotions.
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