GV Prakash Kumar’s upcoming fantasy horror thriller Immortal has been postponed from its original July 23, 2026 release date to September 4, 2026. The decision comes after Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan officially locked July 23 as its release date, marking Vijay’s final film before his full-time entry into politics.
Postponement Announced Out of Respect
Announcing the postponement on X, GV Prakash Kumar revealed that the decision was taken as a mark of respect for Vijay’s final cinematic outing. The actor-composer wrote, “Thalapathy vandha thalli poyi dhaaney aaganum. Adhuvum one Last time….” (When the Thalapathy arrives, we need to make way. That too, one last time.)
His gesture has since been widely appreciated on social media, with many praising him for prioritizing goodwill over box-office competition. The move is seen as particularly gracious given Jana Nayagan’s troubled journey to release, which included censor delays, damaging leaks, and multiple postponements before finally securing its release date.
Release Date Shift
| Original Date | New Date | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2026 | September 4, 2026 | 6 weeks |
The postponement means Immortal will now arrive over six weeks later than originally planned, giving Jana Nayagan a clear run at the box office during the crucial July window. According to IANS, the decision was made shortly after Jana Nayagan’s release date was confirmed, with the makers choosing to avoid a direct clash with one of the biggest Tamil releases of the year.
About Immortal
Immortal marks another intriguing outing for GV Prakash Kumar, who has increasingly experimented with unique genres in recent years. Directed by Mariyappan Chinna and produced by AK Film Factory, the film stars GV Prakash Kumar and Kayadu Lohar in lead roles.
Blending fantasy, horror and thriller elements, the film has already generated curiosity among audiences eager to see the actor-composer explore supernatural territory. With its new release date now set for September 4, 2026, fans will have to wait a little longer to witness the fantasy horror entertainer on the big screen.