Joseph C Vijay, the chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), took oath as Tamil Nadu's next chief minister on Sunday morning, marking a significant milestone in his journey from films to politics. Vijay's rise to power was a suspenseful thriller, with several twists and turns, as he scrambled to gather the required majority strength to take charge. With the support of IUML and VCK, followed by Governor RV Arlekar's assent for government formation, Vijay finally achieved his goal.
Despite his party, TVK, emerging as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections with 108 seats, Vijay faced a major setback as the party lacked 10 seats to form a stable government on its own. However, with the support of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and other parties, Vijay was able to gather the required numbers and take oath as the new chief minister.
Vijay's journey from films to politics is a remarkable one, with the actor having made his cinematic debut in 1992 with 'Naalaiya Theerpu'. He rose to fame with his lover boy image in romantic films and later switched to action films, achieving significant commercial success. Vijay's final film, 'Jana Nayagan', was stalled due to certification issues, prompting him to enter politics with TVK.
With his rise to power, Vijay has become the new star of Tamil Nadu politics, marking a significant shift from his life as a film actor. His journey is a testament to his determination and perseverance, and it will be interesting to see how he navigates the challenges of politics.
