Jana Nayagan: 7 Thalapathy Vijay Films to Watch Ahead

Here are the seven films of Thalapathy Vijay that fans need to watch before his last film, Jana Nayagan, releases in theaters.

Thirumalai (2003) is an Indian Tamil-language romantic action film written and directed by Ramana and produced by Kavithalayaa Productions. The action-comedy film stars Thalapathy Vijay as a young man who becomes the protector of his neighbourhood. The film follows his efforts to challenge a gangster.

Ghilli (2004) is an Indian Tamil-language sports action film directed by Dharani and produced by A. M. Rathnam. It is a remake of the Telugu film Okkadu (2003), written and directed by Gunasekhar. The story follows Velu, an aspiring kabaddi player who travels to Madurai to participate in a regional match, where he rescues Dhanalakshmi from Muthupandi, a powerful man determined to marry her against her wishes.

Thirupaachi (2005) is an Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by Perarasu. The story revolves around an affectionate brother who gets his sister married to a man in the city, believing that villages lack the facilities for a decent lifestyle, only to realize that city life poses greater dangers.

Mersal (2017) is an Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Atlee. The story unfolds across three different time periods, with Vijay portraying three distinct characters—a doctor, a magician, and a village leader from Madurai. The film follows a magician and a doctor as they attempt to stop a looming healthcare crisis while exposing corruption in the Indian medical industry.

Master (2021) is an Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The story centers on an alcoholic professor who is sent to a juvenile school, where he clashes with a gangster who exploits students for criminal activities.

Bigil (2019) is an Indian Tamil-language sports action drama film written and directed by Atlee. The film follows Michael, who is forced to abandon his dream of becoming a professional footballer after his father’s death. Consumed by grief, his life spirals until a close friend encourages him to coach a struggling women’s football team, leading him on a journey of healing, responsibility, and redemption.

Leo (2023) is an Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film follows Parthiban, a café owner living a peaceful life with his wife and son in Himachal Pradesh. His world is turned upside down when a violent incident draws the attention of a powerful drug cartel, forcing him into a dangerous confrontation as past secrets begin to surface.

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