Lights have been set and microphones have been checked as around 80,000 people are expected to throng Bukit Jalil Stadium in Malaysia to attend Jana Nayagan's audio launch and catch a glimpse of their favourite star Vijay, as he bids goodbye to his film career to pursue politics full-time.
Directed by H Vinoth, Vijay is playing a police officer in the action-heavy entertainer starring an ensemble cast which includes Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narain and Priyamani. The film hits theatres on January 9, ahead of Pongal.
The grand international event titled 'Thalapathy Thiruvizha', will feature top stars, singers, and other notable personalities from the industry gathering to honour and celebrate Vijay in perhaps one of the largest gatherings held for the star. While a live video will be unavailable, fans will be able to watch the launch on ZEE5 on January 4.
Here's what to watch out for in Jana Nayagan audio launch...
Among others, Anirudh too had recently expressed his sadness on Vijay leaving the film industry after Jana Nayagan. Hence, the composer-singer has planned an extravagant performance as a tribute to Vijay, besides unveiling new songs from the upcoming film. "I will be performing a tribute for him with the songs I've made for his films as a medley. Since it's his last audio launch, we'll try to make it a fulfilling experience fitting for his send off," he revealed recently, sharing that it will have songs from Kaththi, Master, Leo, and Beast. In his words, it will be "one last dance" with the star himself.
Apart from Anirudh, the audio launch is set to feature some of the biggest names in the industry including SPB Charan, Tippu, Anuradha Sriram, Krish, Andrea Jeremiah, Saindhavi, Haricharan Yogi B and more. The live orchestra, featuring nearly 30 singers, are also expected to sing some of Vijay's biggest chart busters from his career for reportedly over three hours. With a rehearsal already done, the singers are ready and excited to enthrall audiences. Besides singers, notable choreographers including Prabhu Deva have also flown to Malaysia to perform at the event, promising major entertainment for fans.
It is well-known that directors Atlee, Nelson Dilipkumar and Lokesh Kanagaraj are self-proclaimed fans of Vijay. The popular filmmakers, who have previously collaborated with the actor on hit projects are set to share stage with him to relive their experience on set. They are also expected to share some memorable and never-before-revealed moments from his life and career.
H Vinoth has earned the coveted crown of directing Vijay for his final film. Apart from revealing details on Jana Nayagan and its story, the director might share his maiden and final experience of working with the actor in a script written by him. He is also expected to touch upon his political career, his admiration for the star and may also address the box office clash between Jana Nayagan and Sivakarthikeyan Parasakthi.
Last but not the least, Vijay is expected to give one final goodbye 'Kutty Story' to his fans in an emotional, yet heartfelt speech. With political commentary banned during the event, it is being speculated that the actor would recall moments from his three-decade-long stint in the industry, the highs and lows of his film career, talk about the people who helped him rise to the position where he is today and more. With Jana Nayagan being his final film before his full-fledged entry to politics as he gets ready for the state elections next year, he might deliver a fiery monologue and a share a deep, yet resonating message with his fans before he closes the speech.