Thalapathy Vijay’s Final Film and Political Debut: A New Chapter Begins

After wrapping up Thalapathy 69, Vijay sets his sights on the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections but may still surprise fans with a cameo in Atlee’s next big film featuring Kamal Haasan and Salman Khan.

Thalapathy Vijay, one of the biggest stars in South Indian cinema, is preparing to shift gears from acting to politics, with the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections in his sights. The actor recently announced that his 69th film will mark the end of his full-time acting career, allowing him to devote himself fully to political life. His first major political rally is scheduled for October 27, adding momentum to his entry into public affairs.

However, despite his upcoming political transition, rumors suggest that Vijay may not be entirely done with cinema just yet. According to a report from Indiaglitz Tamil, Vijay has given the green light for a brief cameo in Atlee’s highly anticipated dual-hero film. If the rumor holds, this film will feature Salman Khan and Kamal Haasan as the leads, marking a thrilling collaboration between major stars from different industries. Official confirmation on the project is still awaited.

Vijay shares a successful history with director Atlee, having previously teamed up for blockbusters like Theri, Mersal, and Bigil. Atlee recently tasted pan-Indian success with Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan, cementing his status as one of the top filmmakers in the industry. Fans are eager to see if Vijay’s cameo in this upcoming project materializes, keeping the door to cinema slightly open even as he steps into politics.

Meanwhile, Vijay’s latest film, Thalapathy 69, directed by H Vinoth, is currently on pause due to the actor’s preparation for his first political conference. Once the event concludes, production will resume for the final leg of the movie. Vijay’s fans are eagerly counting down to both his last full-fledged film and his much-anticipated political debut.

With two major chapters in his life unfolding simultaneously, Vijay’s transition from cinema icon to politician promises to be as captivating as any of his blockbuster films.