Actor Priyamani has shared her thoughts on Vijay’s evolution from a major screen star to a public figure seen by many as leadership material, describing him as someone naturally suited to that role. In the interview, she spoke about how his image has grown beyond cinema and why his appeal continues to resonate strongly with audiences in Tamil Nadu.

Her comments come as Jana Nayagan is finally scheduled to reach theatres on July 23 after a difficult path to release. The film reportedly faced delays, censor-related hurdles and piracy problems, making its journey especially challenging before arriving at its theatrical launch.

Alongside her remarks on Vijay, Priyamani also touched on her hopes that he returns to films at some point, underlining the impact he has had as an actor. The conversation also covered her experience working with Madhavan and her support for women-led stories, reflecting her wider views on how the industry is changing.

The interview further looked back at an important phase of Priyamani’s own career, including the effect Paruthiveeran had on her professional journey. By connecting her personal milestones with Vijay’s changing path, the discussion offered a broad snapshot of Tamil cinema, star power and the growing overlap between film and public life.