7 top Vijay movies to watch on OTT before his final film Jana Nayagan releases in theatres

Actor and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is all set for the release of his final film, Jana Nayagan. After overcoming several hurdles, the much-awaited movie is finally scheduled to hit theatres on July 23. According to recent reports, Vijay has decided to stay away from all promotional events for the film as he wants to focus entirely on his responsibilities as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Over the years, the actor followed a simple promotional strategy. He rarely gave interviews or participated in elaborate publicity campaigns but almost always attended at least one grand audio launch or pre-release event to meet his fans. With Jana Nayagan, that tradition is reportedly coming to an end, as reported by Telugu360. As excitement builds for Vijay's farewell film, now is the perfect time to revisit some of his biggest hits that are available on OTT.

Ghilli (2004)
Often regarded as one of Vijay's career-defining films, Ghilli remains a favourite among fans even two decades after its release. Directed by Dharani, the action entertainer stars Trisha Krishnan opposite Vijay.


The story follows Velu, a talented kabaddi player who travels to Madurai for a tournament but unexpectedly rescues Dhanalakshmi from a forced marriage to a feared gangster. What follows is a thrilling chase packed with action, romance and memorable comedy. The film is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Hindi-dubbed versions are also available online.

Kadhalukku Mariyadhai (1997)
Before he became known for larger-than-life action films, Vijay won hearts with romantic dramas like Kadhalukku Mariyadhai. Directed by Fazil, the film pairs him with Shalini.

It tells the story of Jeeva and Mini, two young lovers whose families strongly oppose their relationship because of their different backgrounds. Determined to stay together, the couple decides to elope, leading to an emotional journey filled with love, sacrifice and family values. The film is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube.

Thuppakki (2012)
Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, Thuppakki is widely considered one of Vijay's finest action thrillers. The film stars Kajal Aggarwal alongside Vijay.

Vijay plays Jagadish, an Indian Army officer who uncovers a dangerous terrorist network while visiting Mumbai. As he races against time to eliminate sleeper cells, the film delivers gripping action sequences and patriotic drama. Thuppakki is available on JioHotstar with English subtitles.

Kaththi (2014)
Vijay reunited with director A.R. Murugadoss for Kaththi, a socially relevant action drama co-starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The actor appears in a dual role, with one character being a petty thief who unexpectedly takes the place of his lookalike. He soon finds himself leading a fight against a powerful corporation trying to seize farmers' land and water resources. Bringing action with a strong social message, Kaththi is available to watch on ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube.

Mersal (2017)
Directed by Atlee, Mersal showed Vijay in multiple roles and became one of the biggest blockbusters of his career. The film also stars Nithya Menen, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Kajal Aggarwal.

The story follows a respected doctor who secretly leads a double life as a vigilante, exposing corruption and unethical practices within the healthcare industry. As hidden truths from his past come to light, the narrative unfolds with emotional twists and high-octane action. The film is streaming on ZEE5 and JioHotstar.

Master (2021)
Master was Vijay's first collaboration with director Lokesh Kanagaraj and brought together two powerhouse performers, Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi.

The story revolves around JD, a college professor struggling with alcoholism, who is assigned to teach at a juvenile correctional home. There, he finds himself face-to-face with a ruthless gangster who exploits young inmates for criminal activities. The action-packed entertainer is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.

Leo (2023)
Another blockbuster collaboration between Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj, Leo reunited the actor with Trisha Krishnan.

The film follows Parthiban, a peaceful café owner whose life changes after he survives a violent encounter. Soon, members of a notorious drug cartel begin hunting him, believing he is the long-lost son of a feared criminal. Packed with stylish action, suspense and emotional moments, Leo is available to stream on Netflix.

With Jana Nayagan expected to mark the end of Vijay's remarkable acting journey, these films give a glimpse into the versatility that made him one of Tamil cinema's biggest stars.

Directed by H Vinoth, Jana Nayagan stars Vijay alongside Mamitha Baiju, Pooja Hegde, Prakash Raj, Bobby Deol, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Priyamani and Narain. The film features music by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography by Sathyan Sooryan, editing by Pradeep E Ragav and production design by V Selvakumar.