Actor-turned-politician Vijay made his first public appearance on Monday after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), achieved a massive victory in the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections. His party is now the leading group and is expected to form the new government.
A Major Political Shift
For many years, two main parties (DMK and AIADMK) have ruled Tamil Nadu. Vijay’s party shocked everyone by beating both of them. This win puts Vijay in the same league as other famous actors who became powerful leaders, such as M.G. Ramachandran and J. Jayalalithaa.
According to the latest results:
- The party is leading in 99 areas and has already officially won 10 seats.
- Vijay is now likely to become the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
Greeting the Crowd
Vijay visited his parents’ home in Chennai to thank his supporters. Wearing a simple white shirt, he waved, smiled, and folded his hands to show his gratitude to the hundreds of fans cheering outside.
Support from the Film Industry
Many stars sent their congratulations on social media:
- AR Rahman wished him success in leading a government free of corruption.
- Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan praised his hard work and his strong connection with the people.
Background and Future
Vijay started his party in early 2024 and spent the last two years traveling across the state to meet voters. He chose to run alone, refusing to join forces with any other major political parties.
What’s next for his acting career? Because he is moving into a full-time leadership role, Vijay is expected to stop making movies. His final film, Jana Nayagan, is still waiting for official approval before it can be released.
