Thalapathy Vijay Becomes Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister: Industry Reactions
Vijay's Historic Swearing-In as Chief Minister
On May 10, 2026, Tamil Nadu welcomed a new Chief Minister, Thalapathy Vijay, a prominent figure in Tamil cinema. His party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), achieved a remarkable feat by securing 108 seats in its inaugural state election. The film industry is now closely observing the implications of this significant political shift. Although superstar Rajinikanth expressed his congratulations to Vijay on social media, his latest reaction has sparked widespread discussion online.
Rajinikanth's Silent Response to Vijay's CM Position
Rajinikanth Refuses To Comment On Vijay Becoming CM
On May 12, Rajinikanth was seen at the Chennai airport when a reporter inquired about Vijay's recent inauguration as Chief Minister. Instead of providing a verbal response, Rajinikanth smiled, folded his hands in a gesture of respect, and walked away without saying anything. This brief encounter quickly gained traction on social media, becoming a trending topic.
It's important to note that Rajinikanth had previously congratulated Vijay on May 4, praising him and TVK for their impressive victory in the assembly elections.
Celebrities Celebrate Vijay's Victory
Celebs Wish Vijay On Assuming Office As TN CM
Many personalities from the film industry expressed their joy over Vijay's success. Chiyaan Vikram shared a nostalgic photo with Vijay, highlighting his friend's historic achievement. Dhanush also extended his congratulations to Vijay and TVK for their remarkable win. Kamal Haasan sent his best wishes, acknowledging the party's ability to gain the public's trust in its first election and wishing them success in governance. AR Rahman penned a heartfelt message, expressing hope that Vijay would lead Tamil Nadu with integrity, equality, and social justice. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga praised Vijay, emphasizing the impact cinema can have.
Rajinikanth's Upcoming Projects
Rajinikanth's Work Front
On the cinematic front, Rajinikanth's latest appearance was in the film Coolie. He is set to return in Jailer 2, the sequel to the successful 2023 film Jailer, where he reprises his beloved character 'Tiger' Muthuvel Pandian. Additionally, Rajinikanth is slated to share the screen with Kamal Haasan in an upcoming project, marking their first collaboration since the 1981 comedy Thillu Mullu, making it one of the most anticipated reunions in Tamil cinema. Meanwhile, Vijay's eagerly awaited final film, Jana Nayagan, is expected to hit theaters soon.