Chennai, 28 March (H.S.): Tamil film superstar and politician Vijay, leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has thrown down the gauntlet for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, on Friday declaring that the battle will be a direct contest between his party and the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). Speaking at a recent event, Vijay exuded confidence in TVK’s growing influence, positioning it as a formidable challenger to the DMK’s dominance in the state.

The actor-turned-politician, who launched TVK in 2024, emphasized his party’s commitment to addressing the aspirations of Tamil Nadu’s people, signaling an aggressive campaign to unseat the DMK, led by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin. Political analysts see Vijay’s entry as a game-changer in the state’s bipolar political landscape, traditionally dominated by DMK and AIADMK.

Vijay’s bold statement has already sparked reactions, with supporters rallying behind his vision, while critics question the party’s organizational strength against established players. As the 2026 elections approach, all eyes will be on how TVK shapes its strategy to convert Vijay’s cinematic popularity into electoral success.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary