Tensions between fans of Tamil Superstars Thalapathy Vijay and Sivakarthikeyan have escalated ahead of the Pongal 2026 clash between their respective films, Jana Nayagan and Parasakthi. Vijay’s Jana Nayagan, billed as his final film before entering full-time politics, releases on January 9, 2026, the same day as Sivakarthikeyan’s Parasakthi. The box-office battle has sparked heated reactions among Vijay’s ardent fanbase, who view the clash as an affront to their idol’s farewell cinematic moment. Social media is flooded with videos showing fans tearing down Sivakarthikeyan’s posters at various locations across Tamil Nadu.
At the trailer launch event of Jana Nayagan, supporters of Vijay were seen holding up banners and chanting “TVK” (Thalapathy Vijay Katchi), the name of his newly formed political party. The chants, captured in multiple viral clips, were interpreted as a show of solidarity with Vijay’s political ambitions and a subtle protest against the competing release. Similar incidents were reported at promotional events for Parasakthi, where Vijay fans allegedly disrupted proceedings by raising slogans and displaying banners supporting their star. These acts of fan rivalry have dominated online discussions, with hashtags like #JanaNayagan and #TVK trending across platforms.
The rivalry has drawn mixed reactions from the Tamil film industry. While some view it as typical pre-release fan fervor, others have expressed concern over the aggressive tone and potential for further escalation. Sivakarthikeyan himself had earlier stated he was “shocked” to learn about the clash, indicating that the scheduling might not have been intentional. Despite the growing fan war, both actors have maintained a cordial public relationship, with no direct comments from either side on the fan behavior. Industry observers note that Pongal clashes are common in Tamil cinema, but this one carries extra weight due to Vijay’s impending exit from films.
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As the release date approaches, the box-office battle is expected to intensify, with both films carrying strong star power and massive anticipation. Vijay’s fans see Jana Nayagan as a historic farewell, while Sivakarthikeyan’s supporters highlight Parasakthi as a major entertainer. The ongoing fan activities, from poster vandalism to event disruptions, have added an extra layer of drama to the Pongal season. Whether the rivalry remains limited to social media or spills over into theaters remains to be seen. The coming days will test how these two massive releases coexist in the highly competitive Tamil film market.
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