{"id":5329,"date":"2026-05-10T15:22:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-10T15:22:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breakingodisha.com\/?p=5329"},"modified":"2026-05-10T15:24:37","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T15:24:37","slug":"thalapathy-vijay-sworn-in-as-chief-minister-of-tamil-nadu-from-celluloid-hero-to-political-powerhouse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breakingodisha.com\/?p=5329","title":{"rendered":"Vijay Sworn in as CM of Tamil Nadu: From Celluloid Hero to Political Powerhouse"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-bnwqim r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-rjixqe r-16dba41 r-imh66m\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Chennai, May 10, 2026<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"><strong> :<\/strong>\u00a0In a historic milestone for Tamil Nadu politics, actor-turned-politician Chandrasekaran Joseph Vijay, popularly known as <\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Thalapathy Vijay<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">, took oath as the 9th Chief Minister of the state today at a grand ceremony held at Chennai\u2019s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The event, marked by massive crowds, celebrity presence, and high security, symbolizes the dramatic transition of one of Tamil cinema\u2019s biggest stars into the state\u2019s top political office.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath to Vijay and nine other TVK leaders. Among the notable attendees were Congress leader Rahul Gandhi (with whom Vijay shared a widely circulated selfie), actress Trisha Krishnan, and representatives from alliance partners. Vijay\u2019s swearing-in comes just days after his party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), secured a strong performance in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Rise from Silver Screen to Secretariat<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Born on June 22, 1974, in Chennai, Vijay is the son of filmmaker S.A. Chandrasekhar and playback singer Shoba Chandrasekhar. He began his career as a child artist in the 1980s and rose to superstardom in Tamil cinema as \u201cThalapathy\u201d (commander\/leader), a moniker that fans now carry into the political realm. Known for blockbuster hits like <\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Ghilli<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">, <\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Pokkiri<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">, <\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Thuppakki<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">, <\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Mersal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">, <\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Leo<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">, and his final film <\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Jana Nayagan<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"> (2026), Vijay built a massive pan-Tamil and global diaspora fan base through high-octane action, dance, and socially themed roles. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"omit-from-copy\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-u8s1d r-ocobd0 r-1sc8clx\" data-testid=\"grok_citation_web_result\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5\" data-testid=\"placementTracking\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-109y4c4 r-11j9u27 r-92ng3h\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">He announced his retirement from films in late 2025 to focus fully on politics after launching TVK in 2024. The party positioned itself as a fresh alternative emphasizing social justice, secularism, Tamil pride, and anti-corruption \u2014 themes that resonated strongly with voters disillusioned with the long-dominant DMK and AIADMK. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"omit-from-copy\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-u8s1d r-ocobd0 r-1sc8clx\" data-testid=\"grok_citation_web_result\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5\" data-testid=\"placementTracking\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-109y4c4 r-11j9u27 r-92ng3h\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">In his electoral debut, TVK won around 108 seats (reports vary slightly on exact tally), emerging as the single largest party and forming a majority government with support from Congress, VCK, CPI, CPI(M), and IUML. This coalition-building phase involved intense negotiations, underscoring Vijay\u2019s rapid adaptation to realpolitik.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Immediate Actions and First Signals<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Hours after taking oath, Chief Minister Vijay convened a high-level meeting with senior bureaucrats and police officials to review the law and order situation, signaling an action-oriented start. In his maiden address, he described the moment as a \u201cnew beginning\u201d for Tamil Nadu and pledged governance centered on secularism, social justice, and people-centric policies. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"omit-from-copy\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-u8s1d r-ocobd0 r-1sc8clx\" data-testid=\"grok_citation_web_result\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5\" data-testid=\"placementTracking\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-109y4c4 r-11j9u27 r-92ng3h\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"><strong>Analysis<\/strong>: What Vijay\u2019s Victory Means<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Fan Base as Political Capital<\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">: Vijay\u2019s unprecedented mass appeal, built over three decades in cinema, translated into electoral success. His fans, often from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, provided a ready volunteer network and emotional connect that traditional parties struggled to match. This \u201cstar power\u201d phenomenon echoes past South Indian leaders like M.G. Ramachandran and N.T. Rama Rao, but in a more contemporary, social media-amplified context. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"omit-from-copy\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-u8s1d r-ocobd0 r-1sc8clx\" data-testid=\"grok_citation_web_result\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5\" data-testid=\"placementTracking\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-109y4c4 r-11j9u27 r-92ng3h\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Disruption of Dravidian Duopoly<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"><strong>:<\/strong> TVK\u2019s breakthrough challenges the bipolar dominance of DMK and AIADMK. By focusing on youth, welfare, and Tamil identity without heavy reliance on caste-based mobilization (though alliances were key), Vijay has introduced a new variable in state politics. However, sustaining this beyond the \u201choneymoon\u201d phase will test his administrative acumen.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Challenges Ahead<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"><strong>:<\/strong> Critics point to limited prior political experience and organizational hiccups (such as the 2025 Karur rally tragedy). Governing a coalition in a state with complex welfare expectations, industrial growth needs, and federal relations with the Centre will require deft balancing. Economic revival, employment for youth, and maintaining social harmony are likely early priorities. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"omit-from-copy\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-u8s1d r-ocobd0 r-1sc8clx\" data-testid=\"grok_citation_web_result\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5\" data-testid=\"placementTracking\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-xoduu5 r-109y4c4 r-11j9u27 r-92ng3h\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">Broader Implications<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\"><strong>:<\/strong> Vijay\u2019s win highlights the continuing influence of celebrity in Indian politics while raising questions about the preparedness of film stars for governance. Supporters see it as a refreshing infusion of energy; skeptics warn of the risks of personality-driven politics.<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">As Thalapathy Vijay steps into his biggest role yet, the eyes of Tamil Nadu \u2014 and India \u2014 are on whether the on-screen hero can deliver real-world change. His journey from \u201cIlaya Thalapathy\u201d to Chief Minister has already inspired millions; the true test begins now in the corridors of power. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\">\u00a0<strong>Oath-taking completed successfully;<\/strong> first official meeting held; widespread celebrations reported across the state.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1p0dtai r-gtdqiz r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-bnwqim\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-1e5uvyk r-5zmot r-1777fci r-kzbkwu r-3o4zer r-1h8ys4a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r 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