Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ delayed: 8 must-watch OTT hits to stream

Vijay, the 'Thalapathy' of South Indian cinema, is now gearing up for the most anticipated movie ‘Jana Nayagan’. The movie is highly anticipated as it will mark his last project before he shifts his full concentration to politics. While the film remains suspended amid a legal lurch over certification, his followers are literally counting the days until they can watch him on the big screen one last time before he makes that huge shift in his career. To honor his incredible cinematic journey, here are some of his most iconic hits that you can always go back and watch. Here are the best Vijay movies to watch on OTT.

Vijay portrays both a father and a son in this sports drama directed by Atlee. The film features Nayanthara and Jackie Shroff in pivotal roles. A former footballer turned gangster takes over the coaching duties of a women's football team. He battles his past enemies while guiding the girls toward a national championship victory.

Where to watch: Prime Video

A petty thief takes the place of his lookalike to fight a greedy corporation. Directed by A. R. Murugadoss, the film stars Vijay, Samantha, and Neil Nitin Mukesh. He discovers the corporate world is exploiting poor farmers for their land and water. The thief transforms into a hero to lead the farmers in their fight for justice.

Where to watch: Zee5, ManoramaMax

A quiet cafe owner must protect his family when criminals claim he is a former hitman. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the movie features Vijay, Trisha, and Sanjay Dutt. The story is a gritty part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe. It focuses on the protagonist's struggle to hide his dark past while facing violent threats.

Where to watch: Netflix

Vijay plays a fantastic triple role in this emotional action thriller. A magician teams up with a doctor to expose medical crimes and avenge his father's death. Directed by Atlee, the movie stars S. J. Surya, Kajal Aggarwal, and Samantha in the lead roles. It combines grand action sequences with a powerful social message about healthcare.

Where to watch: Zee5, JioHotstar

This story is about a corporate giant who returns to India and finds his vote was cast illegally. Starring Vijay, Keerthy Suresh, and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, this political drama directed by A. R. Murugadoss shows him start a legal fight that covers everything and finally leads to a huge political revolution. It shows the significance of voting and system reform.

Where to watch: JioHotstar

Directed by Atlee, this movie stars Vijay, Samantha, Amy Jackson, and Baby Nainika. An honest police officer lives in hiding to raise his young daughter safely. When his old enemies find him, he returns to his fierce persona to protect his child. The movie highlights the deep bond between a protective father and his daughter.

Where to watch: Prime Video, Sun NXT

An intelligence officer in the Indian Army is on the hunt for sleeper cells in Mumbai on his vacation. Helmed by A. R. Murugadoss, the film stars Vijay, Kajal Aggarwal, and Vidyut Jammwal in the lead roles. This full-on action thriller entertains the audience due to its sharp writing and sleek execution. The plot focuses on a soldier’s solo mission to save the city from terrorists.

Where to watch: JioHotstar

A journalist creates a fictional superhero persona for a simple milkman to fight city crime. Directed by M. Raja, the cast includes Vijay, Genelia D'Souza, and Hansika Motwani. The milkman eventually takes the role seriously to stop a group of terrorists. This movie blends family comedy with high-energy action and brother-sister sentiment perfectly.

Where to watch: Sun NXT