Vijay's TVK surges in Tamil Nadu polls; Tiger Shroff, Sriman hail 'people's faith'
Synopsis
Actor Vijay's TVK is reshaping Tamil Nadu politics. Early trends show the newcomer party surging ahead, with Vijay leading in two constituencies. Bollywood and Tamil cinema stars are hailing the outcome as a triumph of public faith — and TVK is already moving to protect its winning MLAs from post-poll poaching.
Key Takeaways
Actor Vijay's newly formed Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) surges ahead in Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 early trends.
Vijay leads in both Perambur (after four rounds) and Tiruchy East (after three rounds).
Tiger Shroff , Aju Varghese , and Sriman congratulate Vijay on the party's debut performance.
TVK has booked a resort in Mahabalipuram to house winning MLAs, signalling concerns over post-poll defections.
TVK national spokesperson Felix Gerald expresses confidence the party will secure an absolute majority.
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff, Malayalam actor Aju Varghese, and Tamil actor Sriman were among the first to congratulate actor Vijay on 4 May, as his newly formed Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) surged ahead in early trends from the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026. The party's debut performance has upended the state's traditional two-party Dravidian politics.
Celebrity reactions pour in
Tiger Shroff posted on X: "Congratulations to @actorvijay. The faith people have in you is amazing to see. More power to you for this next chapter!" Aju Varghese echoed the sentiment, writing, "The historical example of luck favours the brave! @actorvijay sir #respect #change."
Sriman, a longtime associate of Vijay, shared a more personal note. He wrote, "The people's verdict is greater than the great verdict," and posted a video of himself whistling. He added, "I got the opportunity to tell my nanban chief minister in 1998. Thank you makkalay (people). Makkal theerpay maheysan theerpu (The people's verdict is God's verdict). Our CM will work for you, he is genuine at heart. Once he promises he tries his best to honour his word."
TVK's commanding lead
At the time of reporting, Vijay was maintaining a comfortable lead in both Perambur (after four rounds) and Tiruchy East (after three rounds). The party's momentum is visible across several constituencies, signalling a dramatic reshaping of the state's political landscape.
Post-poll precautions
TVK has reportedly booked a resort in Mahabalipuram to house its winning MLAs, a move widely interpreted as a safeguard against potential post-poll defections. This comes amid broader concerns about political poaching in the state.
Party's confidence and outlook
TVK national spokesperson Felix Gerald expressed confidence that the party would secure an absolute majority and form the next government. He attributed the outcome to widespread public disillusionment with traditional parties. As counting progresses, early trends suggest TVK has emerged as a formidable challenger to the state's entrenched Dravidian establishment.
Point of View
Launched without the organisational scaffolding of the DMK or AIADMK, has outmanoeuvred both. The real test now isn't the election; it's governance. And whether a party built on personal charisma can translate early momentum into institutional legitimacy.
NationPress
28 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TVK and who founded it?
TVK (Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam) is a newly formed political party founded by actor Vijay. It made its debut in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections and is currently surging ahead in early trends.
Which constituencies is Vijay leading in?
Vijay is maintaining a comfortable lead in Perambur (after four rounds of counting) and Tiruchy East (after three rounds), reinforcing TVK's strong debut performance.
Why did TVK book a resort in Mahabalipuram?
TVK reportedly booked a resort in Mahabalipuram to house its winning MLAs, a precautionary measure widely seen as protection against potential post-poll defections and political poaching.
What did celebrity reactions say about Vijay's performance?
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff praised Vijay's 'amazing' faith from the people, while Tamil actor Sriman called it a 'people's verdict' and expressed confidence in Vijay's governance. Both hailed the outcome as a historic moment.
Can TVK form the next government in Tamil Nadu?
According to TVK national spokesperson Felix Gerald, early trends suggest the party is on track to secure an absolute majority and form the next government, marking a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape.
