Chennai, May 8, 2026 – Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s path to becoming Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister hits a snag as Governor Rajendra Arlekar demands written support from 118 MLAs, despite TVK’s strong poll showing. Filmmaker Rahul Dholakia and others call the hold-up undemocratic.
TVK’s Assembly Win & Governor’s Demand
Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) clinched 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly, with Congress backing pushing the tally to 113—still shy of majority. Tradition favors inviting the single largest party first, but Governor Arlekar insists on formal letters from 118 MLAs before swearing-in. Vijay met him twice this week, per ANI reports, amid advice from TVK leaders to explore legal routes if stalled.
Rahul Dholakia’s Fiery X Post
Raees director Rahul Dholakia weighed in on X: “Clearly the people of Tamil Nadu prefer @actorvijay over most others — so he should be given the first chance. Details should be a formality not an obstacle. #Democracy.” His comment echoes industry frustration over bureaucratic red tape disrupting the mandate.
Actor Prakash Raj backed Vijay too, questioning Governors’ roles after a video of Vijay’s latest Governor visit went viral.
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TVK Emerges as Tamil Nadu’s Biggest Political Force
In a historic electoral breakthrough, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam secured 108 seats in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, dramatically reshaping the state’s political balance.
The party currently has support from Congress, taking the alliance tally to 113 seats — still five short of the majority mark required to form the government independently.
The rapid rise of TVK has disrupted the decades-long dominance of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), marking one of the most significant political shifts in recent Tamil Nadu history.
Prakash Raj Also Extends Support
Actor and political commentator Prakash Raj also voiced support for Vijay amid the ongoing deadlock.
His reaction came after a viral video showed Vijay heading for another meeting with the Governor to demonstrate that he had enough support to form the government. Supporters online questioned why the leader of the single largest party had not yet been invited to take oath.
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Will Vijay Leave Films Completely?
As Vijay’s political career gains momentum, discussions surrounding his future in cinema have resurfaced. Industry insiders believe the actor may gradually step away from films to focus entirely on politics and governance.
His upcoming movie Jana Nayagan is widely expected to be his final major acting project before transitioning fully into public life.
The film has already faced several controversies, including CBFC certification delays and an HD leak earlier this year that reportedly led to multiple arrests. Despite the setbacks, the film is currently expected to release in May 2026.
The ongoing standoff surrounding Vijay’s swearing-in reflects the growing intersection between cinema and politics in Tamil Nadu a state with a long history of film stars entering public office.
With public attention intensifying by the hour, the coming days could determine not only the future of Vijay’s government but also the next chapter in Tamil Nadu’s evolving political history.
