Historic audio launch in Kuala Lumpur
Vijay had earlier attended the Jana Nayagan audio launch, dubbed Thalapathy Thiruvizha, on December 27 at Bukit Jalil Stadium. About 100,000 spectators attended, making it the largest audience for an audio launch in Malaysia and earning a spot in the Malaysian Book of Records.
Emotional farewell with political undertones
During the event, Vijay announced his retirement from films, saying his fans had turned his “small sand house” into a “palace” and ultimately a “fort,” widely seen as a subtle political signal in Tamil Nadu. His emotional speech lasted five to six hours, with authorities enforcing a strict no-politics order and tight security.
Malaysia’s Tamil diaspora celebrates
The event highlighted Malaysia’s large Tamil diaspora, with Vijay’s parting words resonating deeply and marking a memorable cultural moment beyond cinema.