Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay received an enthusiastic response during his visit to Andhra Pradesh, where his brief Telugu speech at a Dasara celebration in Vijayawada became one of the major highlights of the event.
The visit marked Vijay’s first trip to Andhra Pradesh after becoming the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. His arrival generated considerable interest among supporters and fans, particularly because of his long-standing popularity as a film star across South India before entering full-time politics.
Vijay Makes First Andhra Pradesh Visit As Tamil Nadu CM
Vijay arrived in Vijayawada on October 13, 2026, for his first Andhra Pradesh visit after assuming office as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. His presence at the Dasara celebrations attracted a large gathering, with many people eager to see the actor-turned-politician during his visit to the neighbouring state.
Vijay’s transition from cinema to politics has kept him in the public spotlight, and his Vijayawada appearance brought together both political supporters and people familiar with his film career. The festive setting also provided an opportunity for the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to interact directly with a Telugu-speaking audience.
Vijay Meets Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu
During the visit, Vijay met Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The meeting between the two chief ministers became one of the notable political moments of Vijay’s trip.
Vijay and Chandrababu Naidu later appeared together at the Dasara celebrations in Vijayawada. Their presence on the same stage drew considerable attention as the leaders of two neighbouring southern states participated in the festive event.
The joint appearance also highlighted the broader significance of the visit beyond Vijay’s interaction with his fans. Images and moments featuring the two chief ministers together quickly became a major talking point surrounding the celebrations.
Vijay Delivers Short Telugu Speech In Vijayawada
One of the biggest highlights of the event came when Vijay addressed the gathering in Telugu. He made an effort to connect with the local audience by speaking in their language, receiving an enthusiastic response from those present.
Although his Telugu address was brief, Vijay greeted the crowd and delivered his message confidently. His decision to speak in Telugu added a personal touch to his appearance and helped him establish an immediate connection with the Vijayawada gathering.
Vijay concluded his address by switching to Tamil and using his familiar phrase, “En Nenjil Kudi Irukum.” The conclusion further energized supporters familiar with his public appearances and speeches.
The enthusiastic response demonstrated Vijay’s continuing popularity beyond Tamil Nadu. Having spent decades as one of South Indian cinema’s prominent stars, he already has significant recognition among Telugu audiences, making his first Andhra Pradesh appearance as Chief Minister particularly noteworthy.
Vijay And Chandrababu Naidu Share The Dasara Stage
Vijay and Chandrababu Naidu sharing the stage became another prominent moment from the Vijayawada celebrations. Their appearance brought together the chief ministers of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh during a major festive gathering.
There was also interest over whether Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan would appear alongside Vijay and Chandrababu Naidu. Such an appearance would have brought together three prominent figures with strong connections to South Indian cinema and politics. However, Pawan Kalyan did not share the stage with the two chief ministers at the event.
Vijay’s visit ultimately drew attention for both its political significance and its connection with the public. His short Telugu speech, meeting with Chandrababu Naidu and participation in the Dasara celebrations emerged as the key moments of his Vijayawada visit.
For Vijay, the event also provided an opportunity to reach audiences outside Tamil Nadu in his new role as Chief Minister. His effort to address the gathering in Telugu became one of the most discussed moments of the visit, highlighting the importance of regional language and direct public engagement during interstate political appearances.
