Actor Vijay's emergence challenges Tamil Nadu's political dynasties

Tamil Nadu film star Vijay has entered full‑time politics through the newly formed Tamil Nadu Victory Party, drawing massive public support and prompting analysts to say “no one can keep Vijay out of politics”. His rise is seen as a potential threat to the long‑standing dominance of the DMK and AIADMK, with commentators warning that the parties could suffer significant electoral setbacks if Vijay continues to rally younger voters.

Communist leader M. Mutharasan described the Victory Party as “a newborn child that has not yet raised its flag”, emphasizing that it lacks a clear policy or ideology: “Tamil Nadu Victory Party has no doctrine at all.” He cautioned that the party’s organizational structure remains unclear and its future direction uncertain, while acknowledging Vijay’s personal influence may reshape the state's political landscape.

Both pieces highlight the growing impact of Vijay’s popularity on Tamil Nadu’s electoral dynamics and suggest that his involvement could alter traditional party calculations ahead of upcoming elections.