India
‘Thalapathy’ no more: Vijay steps into role of ‘Muthalvan’
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Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, won the 2026 Assembly polls. His campaign, which included social media outreach and a blend of Dravidian ideology with Tamil nationalism, contributed to the victory.