Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ mints over Rs. 400 crore; Maker Venkat K Narayana confirms at Yash ‘Toxic- A Fairytale For Grown-ups’ Chennai event
Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ continues to remain a talking point even after its theatrical run, with producer Venkat K. Narayana’s latest statement giving the film’s box office debate a fresh turn. Speaking at the ‘Toxic- A Fairytale For Grown-ups pre-release event in Chennai, KVN credited Vijay’s worldwide fan base for the film’s performance. His remarks have now attracted attention because they include a new figure for the film’s total earnings.
K Venkat Narayana says ‘Jana Nayagan’ collected over Rs 400 crore
The biggest highlight came when KVN shared a short but significant update about Jana Nayagan’ during the ‘Toxic.’ He said, “’Jana Nayagan’ collected 400+ crore, thank you Vijay sir fans across the world.” The statement indicates that the Vijay-starrer has crossed the Rs 400 crore mark in worldwide business, a figure higher than the previously discussed box office estimates. The producer’s statement has quickly become a talking point among Vijay fans, who have been defending the film’s theatrical performance amid questions over its budget and reported leak. KVN’s latest figure adds a new dimension to the ongoing discussion around the film’s commercial outcome.
‘Jana Nayagan’ box office and leak controversy
‘Jana Nayagan’ reportedly earned around Rs 150 crore in Tamil Nadu. The film also faced a major setback after its full version was reportedly leaked online. Police sources had claimed that around 1.2 crore people downloaded and watched the leaked copy. Despite the controversy, the film continued to draw Vijay fans to theatres. Speaking at the ‘Toxic’ event, KVN also described the response as something special. “Despite the film being completely leaked, audiences still came to theatres and celebrated ‘Jana Nayagan.’ It became a unique success,” he said. His comments have since been widely shared on social media.
KVN wants Vijay to make one more film
The producer also spoke about Vijay’s future in cinema and made an emotional appeal to the actor. ‘Jana Nayagan’ was presented as Vijay’s final film before his political journey, but KVN hopes the actor will return to the big screen. “Vijay sir said this would be his one last time on screen with ‘Jana Nayagan.’ But I want him to do at least one more film. I believe that is also the wish of his fans,” he said. With his new Rs 400 crore-plus statement and his praise for Vijay’s supporters, KVN has given fans another reason to celebrate. The debate over ‘Jana Nayagan’ may continue, but the producer’s latest words make one thing clear: he sees the film’s journey as a success powered strongly by Vijay’s fan base.
