Actor Vijay Launches Political Party ‘Tamizha Vetri Kazhagam’

Superstar Vijay has introduced his own political party in Tamil Nadu, following his recent appointment as the leader of Tamizha-Vetri-Kazhagam(TVK). There are expectations of Vijay entering the political arena in preparation for the upcoming 2026 assembly election in Tamil Nadu. The party is named “Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam,” roughly translating to “Tamil Nadu Victory Party.”

Vijay said his party will not contest the Lok Sabha election. The TVK will also not support anyone, as decided in its recently held general council and executive council meetings,he said.

“I have decided to complete the film I have already committed to, without affecting the party work and completely involve myself in the politics of public service. I consider this as my gratitude towards the people of Tamil Nadu,” Vijay said, news agency PTI reported.

The declaration triggered impromptu festivities among his supporters in the state, renowned for celebrities transitioning from the film industry to politics, a trend exemplified by the late stalwarts MG Ramachandran and J Jayalalithaa.

Considered the future Rajinikanth of Tamil-cinema, Vijay, with a filmography comprising 68 movies,has nurtured political ambitions for over a decade. During this time, he actively engaged his fan clubs in various philanthropic initiatives, such as providing free food, offering educational scholarships, establishing libraries, organizing evening tuition, and even extending legal assistance.

Recently, he organised a constituency-level programme to honour student toppers in public exams. He told the students he wants to “read about leaders like Ambedkar, Periyar, Kamaraj. Take what’s good and leave the rest.”

Vijay’s father is the celebrated film director Chandrasekhar. Vijay’s films have often touched sensitive and key public interest topics, and he has a cult following in the state. Some of Vijay’s films have also taken controversial stands in targeting governments over the years.

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