TVK (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam) general secretary Aadhav Arjuna has apologized to superstar Rajinikanth for his earlier remark regarding the actor's political entry, which led to significant backlash from the actor’s supporters. Arjuna stated that he never intended to belittle Rajinikanth and that his comments had been misunderstood. Speaking at a TVK meeting in Kolathur, Arjuna clarified that his remark, which suggested that the DMK had a hand in blocking Rajinikanth's political e

Actor turned politician Thalapathy Vijay has once again become the center of political discussions after announcing several welfare schemes during a recent gathering of women cadres of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in Mahabalipuram. His speech focused on women’s welfare and included a series of promises that he said would be implemented if his party comes to power in Tamil Nadu. However, the scale of these announcements has sparked a debate in political circles and among the public about their p

Vijay, the actor-turned-politician and leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has unveiled his party's election manifesto ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. In his speech delivered in Thanjavur on March 4, 2026, Vijay made bold promises, including free higher education for children of small and marginal farmers, with a focus on families owning less than two acres of land. The announcement is designed to alleviate the financial burden of rising education costs for economically vulnerable farming households. Vijay's party aims to ensure that no member of these families is employed in a government job to be eligible for the benefit, highlighting his focus on empowering rural populations. He also pledged to take strong actions against corruption, positioning TVK as a clean and transparent alternative in Tamil Nadu's political landscape. With these commitments, Vijay seeks to contrast TVK's vision with the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), which he has heavily criticized, calling it an "evil force" and accusing it of misleading the people on key issues like the NEET examination. The announcement came at a critical juncture, with Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly elections approaching. Thanjavur, historically significant and a stronghold for the DMK, saw Vijay passionately declare that the upcoming elections are a personal and emotional turning point. Drawing inspiration from regional pride, he linked TVK's election symbol, the "whistle," to the popular "whistle podu" slogan of the Chennai Super Kings IPL team, reinforcing his vision for Tamil Nadu's autonomy. As the election season heats up, Vijay urged voters to rally behind TVK, framing the political battle as a fight for Tamil pride and a brighter future.

In a significant legal blow to actor Vijay, the Madras High Court has upheld a Rs 1.5 crore tax penalty imposed by the Income Tax Department and dismissed his appeal challenging the levy. The penalty is linked to the alleged non-disclosure of additional income derived from the 2015 film Puli. According to the Income Tax Department, during tax searches conducted in 2015, it was revealed that of Vijay’s total remuneration of around Rs 15 crore, nearly Rs 5 crore was paid in cash and

With the Tamil Nadu elections drawing nearer, the political landscape is heating up, and one of the most anticipated moments for fans and political observers alike has finally arrived. Thalapathy Vijay, the popular actor and political leader, has officially received his party's electoral symbol for the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. The central election commission has confirmed that Vijay’s TVK party will be using the iconic whistle symbol in the polls. The whistle symbol carries

In the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Congress has begun seeking a greater share of seats from its ally, the DMK, while simultaneously warming up to actor Vijay’s Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK). According to sources, senior Congress leaders in Tamil Nadu have been trying to convince the party high command in Delhi to explore an understanding with Vijay, leveraging his growing popularity not only in Tamil Nadu but also in Kerala and Puducherry. The DMK, which

The Karur rally tragedy has taken a new turn with the arrest of TVK’s Karur West district secretary Mathiazhagan. Authorities confirmed that he has been named as the prime accused in the First Information Report following the deadly stampede during actor-politician Vijay’s public rally. The event, which drew nearly two lakh attendees despite permission for only 10,000, ended in chaos that left dozens dead and many injured. Police have cited overcro

Actor Vijay, leader of the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has made it clear that his party will contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections without forming alliances with the ruling DMK or the BJP. Addressing a packed rally in Madurai, Vijay emphasized that TVK would not be playing second fiddle to any established Dravidian party, including the AIADMK and DMK. His stance signifies a bold political move as he prepares to introduce his party to

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay has expressed strong concerns over the proposed delimitation process, urging the government to ensure fair representation and conduct public consultations before finalizing any changes. In a detailed five-page statement, Vijay clarified that his party is not against delimitation but firmly believes that no state should lose its rightful representation in Parliament due to constituency redistribution.Vijay emphasized that simply increasing t