Chennai, May 10, 2026 — Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday during a grand ceremony held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.
The oath-taking event witnessed a festive atmosphere as thousands of supporters gathered at the venue, chanting slogans and celebrating the rise of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader to the state’s top political office.
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to Vijay.
Several prominent political leaders, film personalities, and alliance partners attended the ceremony. Among the notable attendees was Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and senior Congress leader.
Vijay’s swearing-in marks a significant political transition in Tamil Nadu, as the popular film star formally assumes leadership of the state following his party’s electoral success.
The event was widely covered by Indian media outlets, with supporters hailing Vijay’s entry into governance as a new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics.
