Vijay Now Tamil Nadu CM: PM Modi, Kamal Haasan And Other Celebs Congratulate Him

C. Joseph Vijay officially began his political journey as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday after taking oath at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. The grand swearing-in ceremony witnessed the presence of several film personalities, political leaders and supporters, making it one of the most talked-about events in the state.

The actor-turned-politician scripted history after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single largest party in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections by winning 108 seats independently.

Star-Studded Presence At Vijay's Swearing-In Ceremony

Many well-known names from the Tamil film industry attended the ceremony to support Vijay on his big day. Among those present were actress Trisha Krishnan, actress Sangeetha and singer Krish.

The atmosphere outside the venue was filled with excitement as thousands of fans gathered to witness the moment. Supporters waved party flags, cheered loudly and celebrated Vijay's transition from cinema superstar to state leader.

Kamal Haasan Calls Vijay 'Brother'

Veteran actor and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan congratulated Vijay through a heartfelt message on X.

In his post, Kamal Haasan wished Vijay success and said he hoped Tamil Nadu would reach greater heights under his leadership. Calling Vijay his "brother", the actor extended his warm wishes for the new government.

His message quickly went viral among fans of both stars, with many calling it a historic moment in Tamil cinema and politics.

Celebrities Share Emotional Reactions

Lyricist Vivek, who attended the event in person, shared an emotional note online. He said he had visited the same venue many times for Vijay's film audio launches, but this occasion felt completely different because Vijay was now taking oath as Chief Minister.

Actor and filmmaker RJ Balaji also congratulated Vijay and praised his leadership qualities. He said he looked forward to an inclusive and progressive government under Vijay's leadership and hoped Tamil Nadu would move to the next level.

Meanwhile, actor Shanthnu Bhagyaraj described the moment as "personal". Sharing a video from the oath-taking ceremony, he expressed happiness and congratulated Vijay warmly.

Actor Prakash Raj too wished Vijay success in his new role and said he hoped the state would prosper under the new government.

PM Narendra Modi Extends Wishes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated Vijay after the swearing-in ceremony.
In his message, Modi wished Vijay a successful tenure as Chief Minister and said that the Central Government would continue working with the Tamil Nadu government for the welfare and development of the people.

The Prime Minister's message added national significance to the event, highlighting the importance of Vijay's political rise.

Vijay Begins A New Political Chapter

Vijay's swearing-in marks a major turning point in Tamil Nadu politics. After years of success in cinema, the actor entered politics with TVK and quickly gained massive public support.

His party's strong performance in the 2026 Assembly elections surprised many political observers and changed the political landscape of Tamil Nadu.

With high expectations from supporters and the public, Vijay now begins his journey as Tamil Nadu's ninth Chief Minister, promising development, inclusive governance and change for the state.