Thalapathy Vijay's Political Aspirations and Wealth Disclosure Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
Thalapathy Vijay Enters Politics
After stepping away from the film industry, Thalapathy Vijay is set to participate in the upcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, representing the Perambur and Trichy East constituencies. His political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has recently announced its candidates. All 234 constituencies in the Tamil Nadu Assembly will hold elections in a single phase on April 23. In preparation for the elections, Vijay has disclosed his financial assets as part of his nomination process. His official affidavit includes details about his wealth, investments, and both movable and immovable assets, along with the financial status of his family members, including his estranged wife Sangeeta Sornalingam, son Jason Sanjay, and daughter Divya Saasha.
Vijay's Financial Overview
Vijay's Wealth in 2026
According to the information provided in his nomination affidavit, Vijay's total net worth stands at Rs 404.58 crore. Reports from Tamil media indicate that his projected income for the fiscal year 2024–25 is Rs 184 crore. He has Rs 2 lakh in cash and a bank balance of Rs 320 crore. His children, Jason Sanjay and Divya Saasha, have approximately Rs 4 lakhs combined in their accounts, while Sangeetha's bank balance is reported to be Rs 10.43 crore.
Investments and Assets
Investments for Sangeetha
As per the affidavit, Vijay has set aside Rs 25 crore in fixed deposits with Indian Bank, Rs 40 crore in Axis Bank, and Rs 20 crore in HDFC Bank, along with 391 sovereigns of gold jewelry for his wife Sangeetha, who filed for divorce earlier this year.
Vijay's Vehicle Collection
In his asset declaration, Vijay listed a Toyota Lexus valued at Rs 3 crore, a TVS XL Super worth Rs 67,000, two BMWs, a Toyota Vellfire, and a Maruti Swift. The total worth of his vehicles amounts to Rs 7.45 crore.
Loans and Properties
Loans Extended by Vijay
Vijay has reportedly lent around Rs 76 crore to various individuals and companies, which includes loans to his family: Rs 3.02 crore to his father S. A. Chandrasekhar, Rs 87 lakh to his mother Shoba Chandrasekhar, Rs 8.78 lakh to his son Jason Sanjay, Rs 4.6 lakh to his daughter Divya Saasha, and Rs 12.60 crore to his wife Sangeetha.
Real Estate Holdings
Vijay owns ten properties located in Neelankarai, Urur, Mylapore, Pallipattu, Padur, Korattur, Saligramam, and Sholinganallur. His wife possesses jewelry valued at 2 kg of silver, 3132 grams of gold, and 134.91 carats of diamonds. According to the affidavit, Sangeetha Sornalingam has declared movable assets totaling around Rs 15.51 crore.
Upcoming Film Release
Update on Jana Nayagan
As the election approaches, Vijay is also anticipating the release of his final film, Jana Nayagan. Initially set to premiere on January 9, the release has been postponed pending clearance from the CBFC. A new release date has yet to be confirmed, but industry predictions suggest it will debut after Yash’s Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups.