Actor Vijay launches political party to challenge Tamil Nadu's established parties
livemint.com — October 28, 2024, 07:01 AM UTC
Actor Vijay launched his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), at a rally in Vikravandi, aiming to challenge the long-standing dominance of the DMK and AIADMK in Tamil Nadu. He plans to contest all 234 assembly seats in the 2026 elections. Vijay's party promotes secularism, social justice, and empowerment, positioning itself as a primary force for change. His entry into politics comes as the AIADMK struggles to recover from the loss of its leader, J Jayalalithaa, in 2016. At the rally, Vijay criticized the DMK and BJP, emphasizing his party's commitment to inclusivity and democratic values. His popularity as a film star may attract support, but it remains uncertain if this will translate into electoral success.