Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has announced a new benefits package for all 234 MLAs in the state Assembly. The package includes brand-new cars for constituency travel, along with a monthly ₹75,000 allowance covering fuel, vehicle maintenance and driver expenses. Legislators will also receive ₹25,000 per month to hire a personal secretary. The announcement has sparked attention over the scale of perks being extended to elected representatives.

Tamil Nadu CM rolls out incentives for mlas to work in their constituencies

Tamil Nadu’s political landscape has been shaken after three MLAs resigned from their party and reportedly joined the ruling TVK led by Chief Minister Vijay. The sudden defections have triggered allegations of “horse trading” and intensified political tensions in the state.

Opposition parties have accused the ruling establishment of engineering the switch, while the developments have sparked a fresh debate over party loyalty and electoral ethics in Tamil Nadu politics. The situation continues to evolve as both sides trade sharp accusations over the high-profile political shift.

Tamil Nadu: Three MLA's Quit, Jump Ship To Ruling TVK 

C Joseph Vijay has made a successful transition from acting to politics and has become Tamil Nadu's chief minister. On Sunday, the Tamil actor-turned-politician officially took the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;But do you know, before making history in 2026, the Jana Nayagan star reportedly filed a case against his parents for converting his fan club into a political outfit without his consent.<h2>When Vijay sued his parents</h2>CM Vijay and his party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single-largest party in Tamily Nadu State electons 2026, winning 108 out of 234 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. He is the first actor to win a state election and become chief minister on his very first electoral attempt. Before him MGR too had won the election in the first attempt, however, he was not appointment as the Chief Minsiter.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/vijay-and-trisha-spotted-together-amid-divorce-rumors-everything-to-know-about-their-previous-projects-and-dating-speculation-1772782152948">All about Vijay and Trisha's previous projects and off screen friendship</a>&nbsp;Now reports have emerged that before finding his footing in the political arena, in 2021, Vijay had initiated legal action against 11 individuals, including his father, SA Chandrasekar, and his mother, Shoba. The lawsuit stated that it was filed to prevent them from using his name, photographs, and fan club for political activities.&nbsp;At that time, his father, Chandrasekar, tried to register Vijay's fan club as a political party under All India Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkam with the Election Commission of India.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/pooja-hegde-saw-it-coming-actress-shares-throwback-jana-nayagan-moment-amid-vijay-s-election-win-1778045065243">Pooja Hegde predicted it! Actress shares BTS clip amid Vijay’s election win</a>&nbsp;According to the Times of India, Chandrasekar has responded by saying that there is no family without problems, and fathers and sons may disagree, but they mend their differences eventually.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Chennai: Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief C Joseph Vijay as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. <a href="https://t.co/ZWqm6tu8xH">pic.twitter.com/ZWqm6tu8xH</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2053337703434031285?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Reportedly, his mother, Shoba, had also publicly announced that her husband had not taken permission from her son, Vijay, before turning his fan club into a political outfit.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-introduced-as-honourable-chief-minister-of-tamil-nadu-in-new-title-card-of-jana-nayagan-clip-goes-viral-1778139580976">Thalapathy’s new title: Vijay introduced as ‘Hon CM’ in Jana Nayagan title card</a><h2>Vijay's transition into politics</h2>Years later, the actor who had once chosen not to enter politics launched his own party, TVK, on February 2, 2024, and now he has disrupted the long-standing 60-year political duopoly of the DMK and AIADMK.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Tamil Nadu: Actor Trisha Krishnan at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, where TVK Chief C Joseph Vijay will take oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, shortly. <a href="https://t.co/oCevs6N1Wx">pic.twitter.com/oCevs6N1Wx</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2053318255327302056?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Vijay's oath ceremony took place at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on May 10, where several political leaders, supporters, and celebrities arrived to witness the ceremony. Trisha Krishnan also marked her appearance in style.

Vijay, also known as Thalapathy, recently became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. But did you know there was a time when the actor-turned-politician dragged his parents, SA Chandrasekar and Shoba, to court and had no interest in politics? 

C Joseph Vijay has made a successful transition from acting to politics and has become Tamil Nadu's chief minister. On Sunday, the Tamil actor-turned-politician officially took the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. But do you know, before making history in 2026, the Jana Nayagan star reportedly filed a case against his parents for converting his fan club into a political outfit without his consent. When Vijay sued his parents CM Vijay and his party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single-largest party in Tamily Nadu State electons 2026, winning 108 out of 234 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. He is the first actor to win a state election and become chief minister on his very first electoral attempt. Before him MGR too had won the election in the first attempt, however, he was not appointment as the Chief Minsiter. Also Read: All about Vijay and Trisha's previous projects and off screen friendship Now reports have emerged that before finding his footing in the political arena, in 2021, Vijay had initiated legal action against 11 individuals, including his father, SA Chandrasekar, and his mother, Shoba. The lawsuit stated that it was filed to prevent them from using his name, photographs, and fan club for political activities. At that time, his father, Chandrasekar, tried to register Vijay's fan club as a political party under All India Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkam with the Election Commission of India. Also Read: Pooja Hegde predicted it! Actress shares BTS clip amid Vijay’s election win According to the Times of India, Chandrasekar has responded by saying that there is no family without problems, and fathers and sons may disagree, but they mend their differences eventually.

Vijay, also known as Thalapathy, recently became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. But did you know there was a time when the actor-turned-politician dragged his parents, SA Chandrasekar and Shoba, to court and had no interest in politics?&nbsp;

Did Vijay file a case against his parents before entering Tamil Nadu politics? Here's what we know

Tamil Nadu’s post-election drama has intensified after Governor Rajendra Arlekar rejected Vijay’s TVK claim to form the government, stating the party lacks the numbers required for a majority.

The move has triggered sharp political reactions, especially after actor Prakash Raj publicly criticised the Governor’s delay and insisted Vijay should be invited to form the government and prove majority on the Assembly floor.

With Congress extending support to TVK and CPI invoking constitutional principles and the SR Bommai judgement, Tamil Nadu now faces a major political and constitutional showdown following the hung Assembly verdict.


Tamil Nadu Elections: What Are Vijay's Options For Power? 

Will Vijay become the next chief minister of Tamil Nadu? The south Indian state's assembly has 234 seats. The majority number is 118. After the May 4 results of Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026, a hung assembly is on the cards, with uncertainty looming over who will form the government. What next?

Will Vijay become the chief minister of Tamil Nadu? The south Indian state's assembly has 234 seats. The majority number is 118. After the May 4 results of Assembly election 2026, a hung assembly is on the cards, with uncertainty looming over who will form the government. What next?

Will Vijay become Tamil Nadu Chief Minister? Permutations and combinations as resort politics starts

The death of veteran producer R. B. Choudary has sent shockwaves across the South Indian film industry. The producer of several renowned films passed away on Tuesday (May 5) after sustaining serious injuries in an accident in Rajasthan.&nbsp;A day after he breathed his last, the producer breathed his last; his mortal remains were brought to Chennai and kept at his residence, where several members of the South film industry gathered to pay their respects. Actors, filmmakers, and other industry members, including &nbsp;Mammootty, Dhanush, and Suriya, visited his home to offer condolences.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Vijay pays last respects to producer RB Choudary</h2>Actor-turned-politician Vijay also visited Choudary’s residence to offer his last respects. The actor has been in the spotlight after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), registered a major victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on May 4. After staking a claim to form the government and meeting Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Vijay visited Choudary’s home.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/renowned-film-producer-rb-choudary-dies-in-a-car-accident-rajinikanth-pawan-kalyan-pay-tribute-1777995429520">Film producer RB Choudary dies in a car accident, Rajinikanth pay tribute</a>&nbsp;In a video that has gone viral, the actor was seen placing a floral garland on the mortal remains of the late producer. He was also seen consoling his Nanban co-star Jiiva, Choudary’s son.Watch the video here.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Vijay paid his last respect to producer R. B. Choudhary🙏🏻 <a href="https://t.co/EHFQGOVYNa">pic.twitter.com/EHFQGOVYNa</a>&mdash; VTL Team (@VTLTeam) <a href="https://twitter.com/VTLTeam/status/2052026851498082537?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Before Vijay, actors such as Suriya, Karthi, Dhanush and Chiyaan Vikram were spotted at the producer's residence in Chennai, where they arrived to pay their last respects.&nbsp;RB Choudary, who bankrolled over 100 films in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi languages under the banner of Super Good Films, died in a road accident near Joontha village in the Bewar district of Rajasthan. He was 76. As per the police, he was returning from a relative's wedding when his car went out of control after a cattle strayed onto the road and crashed into a roadside wall.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tn07cm2026-did-goat-predict-vijay-s-political-win-car-number-theory-goes-viral-1777984581826">Did GOAT predict Vijay’s political win? Car number theory goes viral</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Suriya, Karthi, Dhanush and Chiyaan Vikram Paid their last respects for Producer RB Choudary.. <a href="https://t.co/3yAp9D1RmY">pic.twitter.com/3yAp9D1RmY</a>&mdash; Laxmi Kanth (@iammoviebuff007) <a href="https://twitter.com/iammoviebuff007/status/2051987890792730726?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"My dear friend, Super Good Films RB Choudary was a top-notch producer. A wonderful human being. He has given opportunities to countless young directors and kept the film world alive. His untimely death news has left me in great shock and immense sorrow. My deepest condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace," wrote Rajinikanth.&nbsp;Actor and politician Pawan Kalyan called Choudary's demise shocking.

Vijay and the entire South Indian film industry today paid their last respect to producer RB Choudary, who passed away following a tragic incident in Rajasthan. 

The death of veteran producer R. B. Choudary has sent shockwaves across the South Indian film industry. The producer of several renowned films passed away on Tuesday (May 5) after sustaining serious injuries in an accident in Rajasthan. A day after he breathed his last, the producer breathed his last; his mortal remains were brought to Chennai and kept at his residence, where several members of the South film industry gathered to pay their respects. Actors, filmmakers, and other industry members, including Mammootty, Dhanush, and Suriya, visited his home to offer condolences. Vijay pays last respects to producer RB Choudary Actor-turned-politician Vijay also visited Choudary’s residence to offer his last respects. The actor has been in the spotlight after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), registered a major victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on May 4. After staking a claim to form the government and meeting Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Vijay visited Choudary’s home. Also read: Film producer RB Choudary dies in a car accident, Rajinikanth pay tribute In a video that has gone viral, the actor was seen placing a floral garland on the mortal remains of the late producer. He was also seen consoling his Nanban co-star Jiiva, Choudary’s son. Watch the video here.

Vijay and the entire South Indian film industry today paid their last respect to producer RB Choudary, who passed away following a tragic incident in Rajasthan.&nbsp;

Vijay pays last respects to producer RB Choudary, consoles grieving son and actor Jiiva

After Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) recorded a strong performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. A throwback clip of the actor-turned-politician with Shah Rukh Khan has resurfaced online. The video from 2013 showcases the two stars sharing an impromptu dance, and Trisha Krishnan can be seen cheering from the audience. &nbsp;<h2>Vijay dances with Shah Rukh Khan</h2>The now viral video dates back to an awards ceremony held in Chennai in 2013, where Shah Rukh Khan was invited as a guest presenter. At the event, Vijay was honoured for his performance in the 2012 film Thuppakki, and Shah Rukh Khan was invited as a guest presenter. While it was a routine award presentation, the moment soon turned into a memorable spectacle.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/pooja-hegde-saw-it-coming-actress-shares-throwback-jana-nayagan-moment-amid-vijay-s-election-win-1778045065243">Pooja Hegde saw it coming: Actress shares throwback Jana Nayagan moment amid Vijay’s election win</a>&nbsp;Instead of simply handing over the trophy to Vijay, Shah Rukh Khan encouraged him to join him for a dance, elevating the mood of the audience.&nbsp;Initially appearing hesitant, Vijay took a moment before responding to SRK’s playful request. Soon after, he gave in and began performing to Google Google, a track from Thuppakki that he had sung himself.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tn07cm2026-did-goat-predict-vijay-s-political-win-car-number-theory-goes-viral-1777984581826">TN07 CM 2026! Did GOAT predict Vijay’s political win? Car number theory goes viral</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">when shah rukh khan tried to make vijay dance in front of a live audience, which wasn’t even in the script and trisha also supported it 🤣❤️ <a href="https://t.co/Zrt3bods3p">pic.twitter.com/Zrt3bods3p</a>&mdash; Raj (@idfcwau) <a href="https://twitter.com/idfcwau/status/2051234088577814748?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-makes-his-first-appearance-after-historic-win-in-tamil-nadu-assembly-elections-watch-1777966109784">Vijay makes his first appearance after historic win in Tamil Nadu elections</a>&nbsp;Shah Rukh Khan joined him, attempting to match Vijay’s moves, which led to loud cheers from the crowd.<h2>Trisha Krishnan’s reaction goes viral</h2>While the on-stage dance drew applause, Trisha Krishnan’s reaction from the front row also caught viewers’ attention. Smiling and clapping throughout the performance, it created a chatter on social media following Vijay's political success.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/vijay-brings-back-mgr-magic-in-tamil-nadu-election-result-kamal-hassan-trisha-jayalaitha-affair-thalapathy-vaathi-coming-tvk-who-will-be-tamil-nadu-cm-1777898435333">Tamil Nadu Election Results: Vijay-Trisha story similar to MGR-Jayalalithaa?</a><h2>Fans reactions</h2>The resurfaced video has drawn widespread reactions online, with many praising the interaction between the two stars. One user wrote, "Shah Rukh Khan tried to make Vijay dance in front of a live audience, which wasn’t even in the script, and Trisha also supported it." Another said, "Thuppaki hindi remake should have been done by SRK, missed." A third added, "queen of baddies."

An old video of Vijay and Shah Rukh recently went viral on social media following the actor-turned-politician's success in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The video dates back to 2013.

After Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) recorded a strong performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. A throwback clip of the actor-turned-politician with Shah Rukh Khan has resurfaced online. The video from 2013 showcases the two stars sharing an impromptu dance, and Trisha Krishnan can be seen cheering from the audience. Vijay dances with Shah Rukh Khan The now viral video dates back to an awards ceremony held in Chennai in 2013, where Shah Rukh Khan was invited as a guest presenter. At the event, Vijay was honoured for his performance in the 2012 film Thuppakki, and Shah Rukh Khan was invited as a guest presenter. While it was a routine award presentation, the moment soon turned into a memorable spectacle. Also Read: Pooja Hegde saw it coming: Actress shares throwback Jana Nayagan moment amid Vijay’s election win Instead of simply handing over the trophy to Vijay, Shah Rukh Khan encouraged him to join him for a dance, elevating the mood of the audience. Initially appearing hesitant, Vijay took a moment before responding to SRK’s playful request. Soon after, he gave in and began performing to Google Google, a track from Thuppakki that he had sung himself. Also Read: TN07 CM 2026! Did GOAT predict Vijay’s political win? Car number theory goes viral

An old video of Vijay and Shah Rukh recently went viral on social media following the actor-turned-politician's success in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The video dates back to 2013.

SRK-Vijay's 2013 dance moment resurfaces, Trisha Krishnan steals attention | Watch

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 7 after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections with 108 seats, according to ANI. The party, however, remains short of the majority mark.&nbsp;The swearing-in ceremony is expected to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. Despite its strong debut, TVK is 10 seats short of the 118 needed to form a government in the 234-member Assembly and is yet to finalise its alliance strategy.Party sources told ANI that TVK has begun discussions with potential allies to secure the numbers required for government formation. The party is likely to seek support from smaller parties, including the Congress, PMK, Left parties, CPM and VCK, to cross the majority threshold.&nbsp;Reacting to the possibility of an alliance, Congress leader Girish Chodankar said the party leadership would take a final call. “The people of Tamil Nadu voted for change. Especially youngsters and women have backed TVK, which explains the numbers. I have submitted my report to our leadership,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjp-government-in-bengal-to-take-oath-on-may-9-coinciding-with-tagore-birth-anniversary-1777980026677">BJP government in Bengal to take oath on May 9, coinciding with Tagore birth anniversary</a>&nbsp;TVK has also sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the government formation process, ANI reported.&nbsp;Marking a strong electoral debut, TVK’s performance has reshaped the political landscape in the state, with the party now focused on securing the required support to stake a claim to power.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the TVK chief thanked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the likely partner for the formation of a government, despite having only 5 seats to offer. Vijay wrote on X, "My sincere thanks to the Honourable Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha for the call and kind wishes! We shall remain committed to excellence in public service and preserving the cultural ethos of our state, which requires collective cooperation. Beyond politics, we shall prioritise the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu." He also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating, "Thank you, Hon'ble @PMOIndia, for your greetings. The well-being of our people remains our only goal. Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress and the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu. We look forward to the Union Government’s support in this endeavour."He made this statement while responding to Modi's tweet in which the Prime Minister wrote, “Congratulations to TVK and Thiru Vijay on their impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. I wish them the very best in their service to the people of the state.”

The shape of the upcoming government in the state remains unclear as TVK will need an alliance or support from other parties to reach the halfway mark in the Assembly.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to take oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 7 after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections with 108 seats, according to ANI. The party, however, remains short of the majority mark. The swearing-in ceremony is expected to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. Despite its strong debut, TVK is 10 seats short of the 118 needed to form a government in the 234-member Assembly and is yet to finalise its alliance strategy. Party sources told ANI that TVK has begun discussions with potential allies to secure the numbers required for government formation. The party is likely to seek support from smaller parties, including the Congress, PMK, Left parties, CPM and VCK, to cross the majority threshold. Reacting to the possibility of an alliance, Congress leader Girish Chodankar said the party leadership would take a final call. “The people of Tamil Nadu voted for change. Especially youngsters and women have backed TVK, which explains the numbers. I have submitted my report to our leadership,” he said. Also Read: BJP government in Bengal to take oath on May 9, coinciding with Tagore birth anniversary TVK has also sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the government formation process, ANI reported. Marking a strong electoral debut, TVK’s performance has reshaped the political landscape in the state, with the party now focused on securing the required support to stake a claim to power. Meanwhile, the TVK chief thanked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the likely partner for the formation of a government, despite having only 5 seats to offer. Vijay wrote on X, "My sincere thanks to the Honourable Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha for the call and kind wishes! We shall remain committed to excellence in public service and preserving the cultural ethos of our state, which requires collective cooperation. Beyond politics, we shall prioritise the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu." He also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating, "Thank you, Hon'ble @PMOIndia, for your greetings. The well-being of our people remains our only goal. Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress and the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu. We look forward to the Union Government’s support in this endeavour." He made this statement while responding to Modi's tweet in which the Prime Minister wrote, “Congratulations to TVK and Thiru Vijay on their impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. I wish them the very best in their service to the people of the state.”

The shape of the upcoming government in the state remains unclear as TVK will need an alliance or support from other parties to reach the halfway mark in the Assembly.

TVK Chief Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 7: Report

After Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam(TVK) scored a historic win in Tamil Nadu, the superstar’s fans are celebrating with full zeal and enthusiasm. &nbsp;&nbsp;TVK’s victory in the Tamil Nadu State Assembly Elections is being seen as a major shift because the newly formed party has emerged as the public’s first choice, defeating the two parties that have ruled the state for decades, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK).&nbsp;As congratulations and celebrations continue, netizens have come up with a theory that Vijay’s win and his path to becoming CM were already predicted in his 2024 film GOAT: The Greatest of All Time. &nbsp;<h2>Was Vijay’s win predicted in GOAT? Here’s what the new buzz about</h2>The internet always finds something amusing, and after TVK’s big win, eagle-eyed fans have been discussing a car’s number plate in director Venkat Prabhu’s film.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the 2024 movie, Vijay’s car has the number plate TN07 CM2026, which is why fans believe the director subtly predicted the actor’s win in the 2026 elections.&nbsp;Actor and music director Premgi Amaran sparked a buzz when he shared a clip featuring him and the actor in a car with the now viral registered car number.&nbsp;Sharing the clip, Premgi wrote, "Venkat Prabhu calculated this then itself. Check out the car number.''&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-makes-his-first-appearance-after-historic-win-in-tamil-nadu-assembly-elections-watch-1777966109784">Vijay makes his first appearance after historic win in Tamil Nadu elections</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Heehehehe 😂🤣😂🤣😂 <a href="https://t.co/6Yo5tjHOqp">https://t.co/6Yo5tjHOqp</a>&mdash; venkat prabhu (@vp_offl) <a href="https://twitter.com/vp_offl/status/2051361930414350606?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The director reacted to the clip, simply writting,'' Heehehee.''&nbsp;Since TVK secured 108 seats, just short of a majority, and Vijay is now the strongest candidate to become Tamil Nadu’s next CM, the prediction has gone viral. His landslide victory has led netizens to chatter, but what started this debate was a number plate from his movie, which netizens are calling, “insane.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">TVK formed in Feb 2024 The Greatest of All Time release Sep 2024 Look at the Car number. TN 07 CM 2026 ❤️❤️❤️ The Election Results came out First in Theatre Screens 🔔 Peak Detailing by <a href="https://twitter.com/vp_offl?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@vp_offl</a> Venkat Prabhu in Thalapathy Vijay movie GOAT 🔥🔥🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FI</a> <a href="https://t.co/Uv5M7RZR5A">pic.twitter.com/Uv5M7RZR5A</a>&mdash; Fundamental Investor ™ 🇮🇳 (@FI_InvestIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/FI_InvestIndia/status/2051372889346343364?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Scene from GOAT movie.. <a href="https://twitter.com/TVKVijayHQ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TVKVijayHQ</a> is a time traveller, man is so Goated that he will take oath as CM on 07th..😂😂 &quot;ABSOLUTE CINEMA&quot;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Thalapathy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Thalapathy</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Vijay%E2%80%8C?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Vijay‌</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/electionresult2026?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#electionresult2026</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/jananaayagan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#jananaayagan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TVKVijay%E2%80%8C?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TVKVijay‌</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KicchaSudeep?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KicchaSudeep</a> <a href="https://t.co/nt3AordAaK">pic.twitter.com/nt3AordAaK</a>&mdash; @Hanumanth (@HanumanthK12) <a href="https://twitter.com/HanumanthK12/status/2051489615354429465?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 5, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Sharing stills of the car's number plate, the netizens have been sharing,''Sir Your Prediction Is INSANE &nbsp;🤯🔥🔥🔥TN07CM2026.''&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/vijay-brings-back-mgr-magic-in-tamil-nadu-election-result-kamal-hassan-trisha-jayalaitha-affair-thalapathy-vaathi-coming-tvk-who-will-be-tamil-nadu-cm-1777898435333">Tamil Nadu Election Results: Vijay brings back MGR magic - Is his story similar to AIADMK founder?</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Peak detailing by Venkat Prabhu 📈 <a href="https://t.co/RdkHiNV4pW">pic.twitter.com/RdkHiNV4pW</a>&mdash; Sasta Tarantino 🏹 (@Sparkhi01) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sparkhi01/status/2051336655219593243?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

''TVK formed in Feb 2024The Greatest of All Time release Sep 2024 Look at the Car number. TN 07 CM 2026 ❤️❤️❤️The Election Results came out First in Theatre Screens 🔔Peak Detailing by @vp_offlVenkat Prabhu in Thalapathy Vijay movie GOAT 🔥🔥🔥,'' another user wrote.&nbsp;''Peak detailing by Venkat Prabhu'' another user wrote.&nbsp;Third user wrote,''Venkit Prabhu was a visionary.''&nbsp;<h2>Vijay’s Landslide Victory: From silver screen to Chennai’s seat of power</h2>Vijay’s blockbuster debut in politics has surprised many. The actor has turned his massive fan loyalty into a historic electoral win. But the road to victory wasn’t easy. He faced backlash over the stampede at the rally, intense scrutiny of his personal life, and the delay of his upcoming film Jana Nayagan, which is yet to hit theatres. However, after all, this, his party has surprisingly emerged as the strongest one.

From ruling screen to becoming the strongest candidate and is set to be the next CM of Tamil Nadu, Vijay's journey to the world of politics is the one thing that everyone is talking about. Amidst all this, a scene from his 2024 movie GOAT has gone viral. Read to know why. 

After Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam(TVK) scored a historic win in Tamil Nadu, the superstar’s fans are celebrating with full zeal and enthusiasm. TVK’s victory in the Tamil Nadu State Assembly Elections is being seen as a major shift because the newly formed party has emerged as the public’s first choice, defeating the two parties that have ruled the state for decades, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). As congratulations and celebrations continue, netizens have come up with a theory that Vijay’s win and his path to becoming CM were already predicted in his 2024 film GOAT: The Greatest of All Time. Was Vijay’s win predicted in GOAT? Here’s what the new buzz about The internet always finds something amusing, and after TVK’s big win, eagle-eyed fans have been discussing a car’s number plate in director Venkat Prabhu’s film. In the 2024 movie, Vijay’s car has the number plate TN07 CM2026, which is why fans believe the director subtly predicted the actor’s win in the 2026 elections. Actor and music director Premgi Amaran sparked a buzz when he shared a clip featuring him and the actor in a car with the now viral registered car number. Sharing the clip, Premgi wrote, "Venkat Prabhu calculated this then itself. Check out the car number.'' Also read: Vijay makes his first appearance after historic win in Tamil Nadu elections

From ruling screen to becoming the strongest candidate and is set to be the next CM of Tamil Nadu, Vijay's journey to the world of politics is the one thing that everyone is talking about. Amidst all this, a scene from his 2024 movie GOAT has gone viral. Read to know why.&nbsp;

TN07 CM 2026! Did GOAT predict Vijay’s political win? Car number theory goes viral

Actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay is set to become Tamil Nadu's next CM after his party TVK reached close to the halfway mark in the Assembly polls. However, his journey was not at all smooth and deftly handled political, professional as well as personal challenges.


'Thalapathy' Vijay Set To Be Tamil Nadu CM After Overcoming Various Challenges 

Every election season, lines blur between cinema and politics in India. A trend that began in South India has now permeated other parts of the country, where political parties field cinema artists as candidates for the upcoming elections.&nbsp; The Assembly Elections 2026 will be remembered as the year when Joseph Vjay Chandrasekhar became the star of Tamil Nadu politics. For decades, Vijay - ‘Ilaya Thalapathy’ or ‘Thalapathy’ to his fans- has enjoyed stardom and adulation thanks to his blockbuster films. And now, Vijay will begin a new chapter in his career and join the likes of MG Ramachandran and J. Jayalalithaa as he and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerge as strong winners of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.&nbsp;The film star has never been devoid of attention and adulation. For over three decades, Vijay has been part of the Tamil film industry and has given several blockbuster hits. Fans have witnessed his evolution from a box office superstar to an actor speaking of social change through his films and his foray into politics with the launch of TVK. The past six months have been particularly difficult for the actor, first with his last film Jana Nayagan facing certification roadblocks and a release delay and then news of divorce and alleged affair with actress Trisha Krishnan dominating headlines more than his portfolio and election campaign. But he remained undeterred throughout his political campaign, making him first a strong contender and then a winner in the 2026 Assembly Elections.&nbsp;Also reads: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tamil-nadu-assembly-election-results-trisha-visits-vijay-s-residence-as-tvk-dominates-trends-watch-1777884141480">TN Assembly election: Trisha visits Vijay's residence as TVK dominates trends</a><h2>Early Beginnings</h2>&nbsp;Born to filmmaker SA Chandrasekhar and his singer wife Shoba Chandrasekhar, Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar grew up in a multi-religion household. His father is a Christian and his mother a Hindu. His early years at Chennai’s Loyola College, studying visual communication, helped pave the way for him in cinema. The actor reportedly dropped out of college to pursue acting and made his debut in 1992.&nbsp;Vijay was always familiar with cinema thanks to his filmmaker father and featured in several films as a child actor in his father’s films before making his debut as a lead hero in&nbsp; Naalaiya Theerpu. Vijay was 18 when he was cast as the leading man in the film, which failed at the box office. The debutant received severe criticism for his looks and performance.&nbsp;SAC decided then to cast him alongside an established hero, and his frequent collaborator Vijayakanth, in Senthoorapandi (1993). The film was a hit, helping Vijay get popular among the masses.&nbsp;Over the next three decades, Vijay’s popularity gained manifold as he appeared in nearly 70 films, charting a carefully calibrated career. He first played the romantic hero in the late 1990s, then transitioned from acting as an angry young man in the 2000s to a carefully-honed image as saviour and vigilante in films post 2012.&nbsp;Since then, it was a distinct shift as he started doing issue- based films like Mersal, Sarkar, Kaththi and addressed issues like GST, farmer rights, and corporate greed. The success of these films soft-launched his socialist political ideology.&nbsp;In pics: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/tamil-nadu-assembly-elections-a-look-at-tvk-leader-vijay-s-33-year-journey-in-cinema-1777875517164">A look at TVK leader Vijay’s 33-year journey in cinema</a><h2>Philanthropy and activism</h2>&nbsp;Vijay’s transition from a popular commercial hero to a man who spoke through his films was gradual but had its origins in his early years. His father, S Chandrasekhar, was always known to be left-leaning and a socialist.&nbsp;Vijay’s fan club, Vijay Makkal Iyakkam (VMI), founded in 2009 also helped cement his role as a philanthropist and a social do-gooder. In films, he picked uncorrupted, honest, saviour and vigilante roles, creating an image of the actor on screen, while his social work via his fan clubs, which provided free tuition centres, blood donation drives, "Thalapathy" clinics, built deep loyalty in rural Tamil Nadu and did the groundwork for his political debut.&nbsp;VMI’s success in the 2021 local body elections, where they won over 100 seats without a formal party structure, only cemented Vjay’s foray into politics.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/tamil-nadu-election-results-tvk-leader-vijay-s-net-worth-inside-the-lavish-life-of-jana-nayagan-star-1777870431673">Tamil Nadu Election Results: TVK leader Vijay's net worth; inside the lavish life of Jana Nayagan star</a><h2>The Political Debut: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)</h2>&nbsp;After 2021, most were convinced that Vijay would launch his career in politics. The question was which party he would be a part of. His characters have often questioned authority and the state, so most were curious to see which party he would endorse.&nbsp;In February, he sprung a surprise on many as he launched his own party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), with the ideology "Pirappokkum Ella Uyirkkum" (All are equal by birth).&nbsp;Earlier in 2026, Vjay began his political campaigning on broad themes of anti-corruption, social justice, Tamil pride and resistance to what he calls authoritarianism by the federal government. The party also called for transparency in government exams and announced financial aid for graduates and women if they came to power.&nbsp;<h2>Jana Nayagan controversy, divorce and affair allegations</h2>&nbsp;While Vijay’s political rally saw huge footfall in almost all venues, he faced personal setbacks that many, at that time, felt would derail his political career right in the beginning. First, his last film, Jana Nayagan, faced multiple release delays over certification and charges of plagiarism and eventually was leaked online.&nbsp;The film, many felt, mirrored TVK’s political ideology, thus making it a long, drawn feature film lenghth political campaign. Considering Vijay’s film release creates a huge cultural impact each time it hits the theatres, TVK’s opponents raised objections to the timing of the film’s release.&nbsp;Then, in February, Sangeetha Sornalingam filed for a divorce from the actor. The pair had been married for over 25 years. In her petition, Sangeetha alleged that actor was having an affair with an actress.&nbsp;Days later, Vijay made his first public appearance with actress Trisha at a wedding in Chennai. Speculation about their alleged affair had been doing the rounds for years. However, it was only after the two made a public appearance together that it was sort of confirmed that they were in a relationship.&nbsp;<h2>TVK’s win and the future of Tamil Nadu politics</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;Amid personal crisis and controversy around a marriage affair, many felt Vijay’s political career would not take off. However, on May 4, Vijay managed the unthinkable as TVK emerged as a clear winner in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, winning or leading in over 100 seats and emerging as the single largest party. While they have not crossed the 118-seat mark and may opt for an alliance with Congress, Vijay’s win marks a significant moment in Tamil Nadu political history.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/thalapathy-vs-ilaya-thalapathy-mk-stalin-proves-to-be-no-stallion-as-upstart-vijay-wins-tamil-nadu-on-debut-race-of-tvk-assembly-election-analysis-1777893828716">Thalapathy vs Ilaya Thalapathy: MK Stalin proves to be no stallion as upstart Vijay wins Tamil Nadu on debut race of TVK</a>&nbsp;He is also the first actor to witness a strong majority at the assembly elections since Jayalalitha and MGR. Actors like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan failed to convert fandom to electoral gains in the past. Despite controversies knocking at his doorstep months before the state went to vote, Vijay’s strong fan base remains undeterred, paving the actor’s way to the legislative assembly.&nbsp;While it is not clear yet if Vijay will take up the Chief Minister’s post, he has big shoes to fill. Whether he will be able to replicate the political success of MG Ramachandran (MGR) once in office is something only time will tell.

If one looks closely, Vijay's exhaustive filmography has served as the groundwork for his political career. Vijay's win is being seen as a historic moment in Tamil Nadu politics with many comparing him to MGR. 

Every election season, lines blur between cinema and politics in India. A trend that began in South India has now permeated other parts of the country, where political parties field cinema artists as candidates for the upcoming elections. The Assembly Elections 2026 will be remembered as the year when Joseph Vjay Chandrasekhar became the star of Tamil Nadu politics. For decades, Vijay - ‘Ilaya Thalapathy’ or ‘Thalapathy’ to his fans- has enjoyed stardom and adulation thanks to his blockbuster films. And now, Vijay will begin a new chapter in his career and join the likes of MG Ramachandran and J. Jayalalithaa as he and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerge as strong winners of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. The film star has never been devoid of attention and adulation. For over three decades, Vijay has been part of the Tamil film industry and has given several blockbuster hits. Fans have witnessed his evolution from a box office superstar to an actor speaking of social change through his films and his foray into politics with the launch of TVK. The past six months have been particularly difficult for the actor, first with his last film Jana Nayagan facing certification roadblocks and a release delay and then news of divorce and alleged affair with actress Trisha Krishnan dominating headlines more than his portfolio and election campaign. But he remained undeterred throughout his political campaign, making him first a strong contender and then a winner in the 2026 Assembly Elections. Also reads: TN Assembly election: Trisha visits Vijay's residence as TVK dominates trends Early Beginnings Born to filmmaker SA Chandrasekhar and his singer wife Shoba Chandrasekhar, Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar grew up in a multi-religion household. His father is a Christian and his mother a Hindu. His early years at Chennai’s Loyola College, studying visual communication, helped pave the way for him in cinema. The actor reportedly dropped out of college to pursue acting and made his debut in 1992. Vijay was always familiar with cinema thanks to his filmmaker father and featured in several films as a child actor in his father’s films before making his debut as a lead hero in Naalaiya Theerpu. Vijay was 18 when he was cast as the leading man in the film, which failed at the box office. The debutant received severe criticism for his looks and performance. SAC decided then to cast him alongside an established hero, and his frequent collaborator Vijayakanth, in Senthoorapandi (1993). The film was a hit, helping Vijay get popular among the masses. Over the next three decades, Vijay’s popularity gained manifold as he appeared in nearly 70 films, charting a carefully calibrated career. He first played the romantic hero in the late 1990s, then transitioned from acting as an angry young man in the 2000s to a carefully-honed image as saviour and vigilante in films post 2012. Since then, it was a distinct shift as he started doing issue- based films like Mersal, Sarkar, Kaththi and addressed issues like GST, farmer rights, and corporate greed. The success of these films soft-launched his socialist political ideology. In pics: A look at TVK leader Vijay’s 33-year journey in cinema Philanthropy and activism Vijay’s transition from a popular commercial hero to a man who spoke through his films was gradual but had its origins in his early years. His father, S Chandrasekhar, was always known to be left-leaning and a socialist. Vijay’s fan club, Vijay Makkal Iyakkam (VMI), founded in 2009 also helped cement his role as a philanthropist and a social do-gooder. In films, he picked uncorrupted, honest, saviour and vigilante roles, creating an image of the actor on screen, while his social work via his fan clubs, which provided free tuition centres, blood donation drives, "Thalapathy" clinics, built deep loyalty in rural Tamil Nadu and did the groundwork for his political debut. VMI’s success in the 2021 local body elections, where they won over 100 seats without a formal party structure, only cemented Vjay’s foray into politics. Also read: Tamil Nadu Election Results: TVK leader Vijay's net worth; inside the lavish life of Jana Nayagan star The Political Debut: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) After 2021, most were convinced that Vijay would launch his career in politics. The question was which party he would be a part of. His characters have often questioned authority and the state, so most were curious to see which party he would endorse. In February, he sprung a surprise on many as he launched his own party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), with the ideology "Pirappokkum Ella Uyirkkum" (All are equal by birth). Earlier in 2026, Vjay began his political campaigning on broad themes of anti-corruption, social justice, Tamil pride and resistance to what he calls authoritarianism by the federal government. The party also called for transparency in government exams and announced financial aid for graduates and women if they came to power. Jana Nayagan controversy, divorce and affair allegations While Vijay’s political rally saw huge footfall in almost all venues, he faced personal setbacks that many, at that time, felt would derail his political career right in the beginning. First, his last film, Jana Nayagan, faced multiple release delays over certification and charges of plagiarism and eventually was leaked online. The film, many felt, mirrored TVK’s political ideology, thus making it a long, drawn feature film lenghth political campaign. Considering Vijay’s film release creates a huge cultural impact each time it hits the theatres, TVK’s opponents raised objections to the timing of the film’s release. Then, in February, Sangeetha Sornalingam filed for a divorce from the actor. The pair had been married for over 25 years. In her petition, Sangeetha alleged that actor was having an affair with an actress. Days later, Vijay made his first public appearance with actress Trisha at a wedding in Chennai. Speculation about their alleged affair had been doing the rounds for years. However, it was only after the two made a public appearance together that it was sort of confirmed that they were in a relationship. TVK’s win and the future of Tamil Nadu politics Amid personal crisis and controversy around a marriage affair, many felt Vijay’s political career would not take off. However, on May 4, Vijay managed the unthinkable as TVK emerged as a clear winner in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, winning or leading in over 100 seats and emerging as the single largest party. While they have not crossed the 118-seat mark and may opt for an alliance with Congress, Vijay’s win marks a significant moment in Tamil Nadu political history. Also read: Thalapathy vs Ilaya Thalapathy: MK Stalin proves to be no stallion as upstart Vijay wins Tamil Nadu on debut race of TVK He is also the first actor to witness a strong majority at the assembly elections since Jayalalitha and MGR. Actors like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan failed to convert fandom to electoral gains in the past. Despite controversies knocking at his doorstep months before the state went to vote, Vijay’s strong fan base remains undeterred, paving the actor’s way to the legislative assembly. While it is not clear yet if Vijay will take up the Chief Minister’s post, he has big shoes to fill. Whether he will be able to replicate the political success of MG Ramachandran (MGR) once in office is something only time will tell.

If one looks closely, Vijay's exhaustive filmography has served as the groundwork for his political career. Vijay's win is being seen as a historic moment in Tamil Nadu politics with many comparing him to MGR.&nbsp;

How Vijay scripted history at Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026: Films, activism, controversies

Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has made a surprise turn in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, as the debutant is leading in over 170 seats, according to the latest trend by ECI. However, one question still being pondered about Vijay right now is whether the TVK would integrate with the DMK or the AIADMK if its numbers are close to forming a government in the state and it needs support from another party in Tamil Nadu. Actor Joseph Vijay, widely known as Thalapathy, entered politics in 2024 by launching his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and has since maintained that it will contest elections independently. Ahead of the polls, he framed the upcoming contest as a “democratic battle” rather than merely an election. "TVK will never compromise our politics for anyone or anything," Thalapathy said.<h3>BJP attempts to persuade TVK</h3>There were earlier reports suggesting that the BJP was trying to persuade TVK to form an alliance before the assembly elections, but Vijay dismissed these claims. In February, the party reiterated that it would not align with the BJP despite mounting pressure. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also clarified on counting day (May 4, 2026) that the party was confident of forming the government on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut. He reiterated that TVK has ruled out alliances with any party in the state and aims to secure power independently. “DMK was running about in a dark room, now they know the reality, TVK will form the government on its own,” he said.&nbsp;Meanwhile, some analysts underscored that the party lag behind a credible second-tier leadership along with unresolved alliance questions. “Vijay could upset some electoral carts if he chooses to align with the state’s main opposition AIADMK party to take on the ruling DMK. Whether he will play his cards well is to be seen," a political analyst, Sumanth C Raman, told BBC.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/who-ruled-longest-in-tamil-nadu-check-full-list-of-top-5-cms-by-tenure-1777877810735">Who ruled longest in Tamil Nadu? Check full list of top 5 CMs by tenure</a>

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also said on counting day that the party was confident of forming the government in Tamil Nadu on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has made a surprise turn in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, as the debutant is leading in over 170 seats, according to the latest trend by ECI. However, one question still being pondered about Vijay right now is whether the TVK would integrate with the DMK or the AIADMK if its numbers are close to forming a government in the state and it needs support from another party in Tamil Nadu. Actor Joseph Vijay, widely known as Thalapathy, entered politics in 2024 by launching his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and has since maintained that it will contest elections independently. Ahead of the polls, he framed the upcoming contest as a “democratic battle” rather than merely an election. "TVK will never compromise our politics for anyone or anything," Thalapathy said. BJP attempts to persuade TVK There were earlier reports suggesting that the BJP was trying to persuade TVK to form an alliance before the assembly elections, but Vijay dismissed these claims. In February, the party reiterated that it would not align with the BJP despite mounting pressure. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also clarified on counting day (May 4, 2026) that the party was confident of forming the government on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut. He reiterated that TVK has ruled out alliances with any party in the state and aims to secure power independently. “DMK was running about in a dark room, now they know the reality, TVK will form the government on its own,” he said. Meanwhile, some analysts underscored that the party lag behind a credible second-tier leadership along with unresolved alliance questions. “Vijay could upset some electoral carts if he chooses to align with the state’s main opposition AIADMK party to take on the ruling DMK. Whether he will play his cards well is to be seen," a political analyst, Sumanth C Raman, told BBC. Also read: Who ruled longest in Tamil Nadu? Check full list of top 5 CMs by tenure

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson Felix Gerald also said on counting day that the party was confident of forming the government in Tamil Nadu on its own, as early trends indicated a strong debut.

Will TVK ally with DMK or AIADMK in Tamil Nadu to form government? Here’s what we know