‘Kaththi’ to ‘Jana Nayagan’: Anirudh Ravichander’s Emotional Farewell to Thalapathy Vijay Leaves Fans Moved (View Post)
Music maestro Anirudh Ravichander shares a touching farewell message to actor-politician Vijay following the release of 'Jana Nayagan,' Vijay's 69th and final film. The composer expressed gratitude for their 12-year, five-film collaboration, which concludes as Vijay dedicates himself to his role as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister.
Chennai: In a poignant moment for South Indian cinema, music director Anirudh Ravichander took to social media today, July 27, 2026, to share an emotional farewell to 'Thalapathy' Vijay. The heartfelt message comes just days after the worldwide release of Jana Nayagan, the highly anticipated film that marks Vijay's final appearance on the silver screen before dedicating himself fully to his role as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. ‘Jana Nayagan’ Review: Vijay’s Swan Song Is a ‘Blastu Blastu’ Treat for Thalapathy Fans, but Critics Say It Falls Short as a Farewell.
Anirudh's Emotional Farewell to Vijay
Anirudh Ravichander posted a moving message on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, accompanied by a picture featuring himself alongside Vijay, seemingly from the sets of the film's energetic track "Thalapathy Kacheri" in which Anirudh made a special appearance.
His post read: "It has been a thoroughly amazing and emotional journey with you through JanaNayagan, Leo, Beast, Master and Kaththi. Thank you @actorvijay sir for the unlimited trust and memories that I will cherish forever. The music lives on." The sentiment resonated deeply with fans, highlighting the end of a remarkable 12-year musical partnership that has consistently delivered chart-topping hits and iconic background scores.
Anirudh Ravichander Pens Note of Gratitude to Vijay
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Jana Nayagan, directed by H. Vinoth and produced by KVN Productions, premiered globally on July 23, 2026. The film stars Vijay alongside Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, and Bobby Deol as the main antagonist, with a strong supporting cast including Nassar, Prakash Raj, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Narain, and Priyamani. The political action thriller, which is a partial remake of the 2023 Telugu film Bhagavanth Kesari, garnered an impressive INR 78.27 crore worldwide gross on its opening day alone. By its fourth day, July 27, 2026, the film had already amassed a staggering INR 217.48 crore in worldwide gross collections, with an India net collection of INR 124.75 crore.
Adding to the emotional weight, Jana Nayagan concludes with a special post-credit montage, featuring an emotional track composed by Anirudh, that serves as a heartfelt tribute to Vijay’s illustrious cinematic journey.
A Legacy of Collaboration: Vijay and Anirudh's Hit Partnerships
Anirudh Ravichander's collaboration with Vijay began in 2014 with the blockbuster Kaththi, and Jana Nayagan marks their fifth successful venture together. Their combined creative synergy has consistently produced some of Tamil cinema's most memorable soundtracks, with Vijay often lending his voice to Anirudh's compositions.
Here’s a look at their celebrated filmography:
| Film Title | Release Year | Notable Songs (Sung by Vijay) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaththi | 2014 | "Selfie Pulla" |
| Master | 2021 | "Kutti Story" |
| Beast | 2022 | "Jolly O Gymkhana" |
| Leo | 2023 | "Naa Ready" |
| Jana Nayagan | 2026 | "Thalapathy Kacheri" |
Their musical journey for Jana Nayagan began with the full audio album release on July 22, 2026, following a series of highly anticipated singles including "Thalapathy Kacheri", "Oru Pere Varalaaru", "Chella Magale", "Raavana Mavandaa", and "Adiye En Poonthene". The audio rights for the film were acquired by T-Series for a reported INR 35 crore, setting a new record for a Tamil film album. Ravi Mohan Enjoys Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ in Theatre; Actor’s Fanboy Moment on Thalapathy’s Entry Scene Goes Viral (Watch Video).
Vijay, who assumed office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10, 2026, had indicated that Jana Nayagan would be his last film, signalling a complete transition from acting to politics. Anirudh’s heartfelt message therefore marks not just the end of a film's cycle, but the culmination of an iconic era in South Indian entertainment.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 27, 2026 03:49 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
