Actor-politician Khushboo Sundar said TVK chief Vijay should lead Tamil Nadu because the people have chosen him [1].
The endorsement comes during a critical period of government-formation battles in the state. As political factions negotiate power, the support of high-profile figures like Sundar could influence the stability, and composition, of the next administration.
Sundar said, "People have chosen Vijay, he should lead Tamil Nadu" [1]. Her remarks signal a shift in the political landscape as the state navigates the aftermath of recent electoral developments.
Vijay transitioned into politics after spending more than 30 years in Tamil cinema [4]. He launched his political party, Tamilaga Vetteri Kazhagam (TVK), in 2024 [5] to challenge the established political order. The party contested the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections [6], positioning itself as a viable alternative to traditional power blocs.
The endorsement is particularly notable given the competitive nature of the state's government-formation process. Sundar's public support suggests that TVK is currently positioned to lead the state following recent political developments [2].
Vijay's move from the film industry to the political arena follows a long history of cinema stars entering governance in the region. His party's presence in the 2026 cycle has altered the traditional dynamics of the state's political machinery [6].
“"People have chosen Vijay, he should lead Tamil Nadu."”
The endorsement of Vijay by Khushboo Sundar highlights the increasing influence of cinema-led political movements in Tamil Nadu. By backing the TVK party during government formation, Sundar acknowledges a shift in voter preference toward a new political entity, potentially signaling a realignment of traditional party alliances in the region.
