Actor-turned-politician Vijay is creating history in Tamil Nadu politics. Thalapathy Vijay politics has surprised analysts as his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, shows strong leads in the state assembly elections. The trends indicate a major breakthrough for a new political force.
The rise reminds many of N. T. Rama Rao, who formed the Telugu Desam Party in 1982 and became chief minister in his first election in 1983. He changed Andhra Pradesh politics with the slogan of Telugu self-respect.
Several film stars entered politics but failed to reach power quickly. Vijayakanth formed Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam, while Chiranjeevi launched Praja Rajyam Party. Leaders like Pawan Kalyan and Kamal Haasan also struggled initially.
Now, Thalapathy Vijay politics could mark a new chapter. If trends hold, Vijay may become one of the fastest film stars to reach the chief minister’s chair.
