'Jana Nayagan' collects Rs 15 crore in advance sales, opening day gross expected to shatter records

Thalapathy Vijay's “Jana Nayagan” is shaping up to be one of the biggest Indian film openings of 2026, with trade analysts expecting the actor's final film before his full-time political career to cross the Rs 100 crore worldwide mark on its opening day. The massive anticipation has been reflected in the film's booking numbers, which have continued to surge across India and overseas.

According to the latest booking data, “Jana Nayagan” has grossed over Rs 15 crore in India through advance sales, including blocked seats, with premium multiplex chains witnessing extraordinary demand. At Chennai's popular Mayajaal multiplex alone, 48 shows reportedly sold out within minutes of bookings opening, highlighting the frenzy surrounding the release. The film has also recorded exceptional pre-sales in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and key international markets, making it one of Vijay's strongest advance-booking performances to date.

Some optimistic projections suggest the film could outperform the opening-day numbers of several recent Tamil blockbusters if current booking trends continue. Industry experts note that the combination of Vijay's immense fan following, the "final film" narrative, and director H. Vinoth's action-packed political drama has created unprecedented buzz despite the film facing piracy concerns ahead of release.

While advance bookings indicate a blockbuster opening, the film's long-term box office performance will ultimately depend on audience reception and word of mouth after release. Nevertheless, “Jana Nayagan” has already established itself as one of the most anticipated Tamil films of the year, with all signs pointing towards a historic opening weekend at the global box office.