Vijay was confident that he would become Chief Minister: Father’s reaction to TVK’s shock in Tamil Nadu elections
Vijay’s father SA Chandrasekhar said he was proud of TVK’s lead in the Tamil Nadu election count. The early lead in the election results sparked celebrations, tight security and talk of a historic political debut.
Filmmaker SA Chandrasekhar said he is proud and happy as his son, actor-politician Vijay, is leading in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election results. talking to news agency ANIThe veteran filmmaker said Vijay has shown strong confidence in the last two years and he always believed that he could become the Chief Minister of the state.
While final results are still awaited, early trends show Vijay’s Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK). off to a strong start Leading on more than 100 seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. As soon as the initial leads were received, celebrations began outside Vijay’s residence, while security was tightened around his house.
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Chandrashekhar said that both he and his wife are happy with this development. “I’m very proud and happy – both me and my wife. I wish my son all the best. I’ve seen over the last two years his confidence level has been fantastic, and his belief that ‘I’ll come through’ As Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.’ There was not even one percent doubt with Vijay, such is his confidence level. I appreciate that attitude. First of all, the courage of a leader to stand without alliance is commendable. So, this is a good thing for Tamil Nadu and its people. I think this is a historic success, a historic victory for Vijay.”
He also talked about his wife’s reaction when the trends came out and said she was overwhelmed with happiness. Referring to her, he said, “I am very happy,” and added, “She is not only his mother, she is Vijay’s first fan. Today, she is very happy.”
Vijay’s blockbuster debut in Tamil Nadu politics
As counting of votes continues for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) has taken the lead, creating a stir in the political landscape long dominated by the DMK and AIADMK. Just two years after its formation, the fledgling party looks set to script a dramatic upset in the state.
comparison between victory Political popularity and actor-politician MG Ramachandran (MGR) and NT Rama Rao (NTR) are being named by various observers. A video circulated on social media showed security being beefed up outside his residence, with several uniformed officers and security personnel deployed there in view of his large fan base.
As the celebrations intensified, security arrangements were beefed up around Vijay’s house. Actress Trisha Krishnan, his frequent co-star, is also considered a close friend of Vijay. reached his residence As the supporters marked the early lead.