Thalapathy Vijay Celebrated by Samuthirakani After Political Triumph

Thalapathy Vijay's recent political success in the Tamil Nadu elections has garnered congratulations from fans and celebrities alike, including actor Samuthirakani. Following a viral video that sparked controversy regarding comments on Vijay and actress Trisha Krishnan, Samuthirakani addressed the media, expressing his support for Vijay while clarifying his earlier remarks. As Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, emerges as the largest party, the future looks promising for the actor-turned-politician. Discover more about the unfolding events and Samuthirakani's upcoming projects in this detailed article.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 9, 2026, 13:42 IST

Samuthirakani Extends Congratulations to Thalapathy Vijay

Thalapathy Vijay has achieved a significant political milestone in the Tamil Nadu elections of 2026. In light of this success, numerous fans and industry figures have been sending their congratulations. Recently, actor Samuthirakani was spotted leaving the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple alongside producer Bunny Vas, director Meher Ramesh, and Prabhas’ aunt. During his interaction with the media, Samuthirakani expressed his heartfelt congratulations to the leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). This comes shortly after a controversial video surfaced online, allegedly showing him criticizing actress Trisha Krishnan, coinciding with a public appearance of Vijay and Trisha together.

Samuthirakani Congratulates Vijay Amid Controversy

Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has emerged as the largest party in the elections, securing 108 seats, just ten shy of a majority. Samuthirakani referred to Vijay as 'Chief Minister' and remarked that what has transpired so far is merely the beginning, with many challenges ahead that Vijay is expected to navigate successfully. He concluded his remarks with his signature phrase, 'Velvom' (we will succeed).

Recently, Samuthirakani was involved in a discussion about Vijay and Trisha's joint appearance at a wedding, which led to a leaked video clip that gained traction online. The footage depicted Samuthirakani speaking passionately, prompting many to interpret his words as a critique of their public outing.

Samuthirakani Addresses the Viral Video

Samuthirakani confirmed the authenticity of the viral video but chose not to name anyone specifically. He acknowledged that he was aware of being recorded during the conversation. He emphasized that his comments stemmed from genuine concern rather than judgment and downplayed the significance of the video's circulation.

He noted that the online reaction to the video had been exaggerated, with people adding unnecessary drama to the situation. Despite facing criticism, he stood firm by his statements. The actor-director also mentioned that a stunt master had cautioned him about the possibility of the conversation being recorded, yet he felt compelled to express his thoughts. For context, Vijay and Trisha were seen together at the wedding reception of producer Kalpathi S. Suresh’s son in Chennai on March 5, 2026, which sparked rumors about their relationship.

Upcoming Projects for Samuthirakani

On the professional front, Samuthirakani is set to appear in 'Jai Hanuman' alongside Rishab Shetty. He is also working on his own Tamil directorial venture and will feature in an upcoming Telugu film with Nandamuri Balakrishna and Gopichand Malineni.