Thalapathy Vijay Takes Oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu

Thalapathy Vijay has officially taken the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, marking a significant moment in the state's political landscape. The ceremony, held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, was attended by numerous celebrities, including Kamal Haasan and Pooja Hegde, who shared their congratulations and excitement. Vijay's party achieved a remarkable victory in the recent assembly elections, securing the largest number of seats. This article explores the reactions from various stars and the implications of Vijay's leadership for Tamil Nadu.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 10, 2026, 15:53 IST

Thalapathy Vijay's Historic Oath Ceremony

On Sunday, C. Joseph Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The oath-taking ceremony took place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, attended by family members and several prominent personalities, including Trisha Krishnan. The event also saw the presence of singer Krish and other notable figures. Following Vijay's swearing-in, congratulatory messages have been pouring in, marking the beginning of a new political chapter in Tamil Nadu. Let's explore the reactions from various celebrities regarding Vijay's inauguration as Chief Minister.

Kamal Haasan Congratulates Vijay

After Vijay's oath-taking, Kamal Haasan extended his congratulations via his Facebook account, stating, "As the President of the Tamil Nadu Vijay League and the Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, I wish my brother Thiru. Vijay great success in leading our state to new heights. My heartfelt congratulations."

Reactions from Lyricist Vivek and RJ Balaji

Lyricist Vivek, who attended the ceremony at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai, expressed his excitement on X, saying, "I have been here countless times for my favorite singer's audio launches. However, this experience feels entirely different." RJ Balaji also shared his thoughts, stating, "C. Joseph Vijay!!! This feels incredible...!!! Heartfelt congratulations to you and your cabinet! Knowing your intentions, I hope your inclusive and progressive government takes our glorious state to new heights! Wishing you all the best! May God bless us all!!"

Shanthanu Bhagyaraj Shares His Joy

Actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, who starred alongside Vijay in the 2021 film 'Master', expressed his happiness by calling the moment 'personal'. Sharing a video from the oath-taking ceremony, he wrote, "C. Joseph Vijay, this feels very personal to me. Congratulations!"

Prakash Raj Celebrates Vijay's Victory

Renowned actor Prakash Raj also congratulated Thalapathy Vijay on his new role as Chief Minister. On platform X, he wrote, "Congratulations to Chief Minister Vijay. Wishing you success in your new responsibilities. May the state prosper under your governance."

Pooja Hegde Expresses Her Delight

Star actress Pooja Hegde also celebrated Vijay's victory, sharing her excitement on her Instagram story. She wrote, "Wow! Actor Vijay, or as he should now be called, Chief Minister Vijay Sir." For those unaware, in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections held in May 2026, Vijay's party, Tamilga Vetttri Kazhagam, won 108 seats independently, becoming the largest party in the 234-member assembly.