Actor-turned-politician Vijay is scheduled to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at 10 a.m. today [1].
The appointment marks a significant political shift in the state, as Vijay leads the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) into power following its first-ever assembly election.
The swearing-in ceremony will take place at Lok Bhavan, the Governor’s residence in Chennai [5]. This event follows five days of intense negotiations [3] and four separate meetings with the governor to finalize the government formation [4].
Vijay secured the necessary majority after gaining the support of 120 MLAs [1]. The TVK won 108 seats in the maiden Tamil Nadu Assembly election held on April 23, 2026 [2]. Because the party was initially 10 seats short of the majority mark, coalition building was required to stabilize the administration [2].
While some reports previously indicated the ceremony would occur on a different date, current official updates confirm the 10 a.m. schedule for today [1]. Following the oath-taking ceremony, the new government must face a floor test in the assembly on May 13, 2026 [6].
"Vijay, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief, now has the support of 120 MLAs," MSN said [1]. The party's rapid ascent from a new political entity to the governing body of the state has drawn national attention. The coalition includes support from other entities to ensure the 120-member threshold is maintained for the upcoming vote of confidence [1].
“Vijay, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief, now has the support of 120 MLAs.”
The transition of a cinema star to the highest executive office in Tamil Nadu reflects a continuing trend of celebrity influence in South Indian politics. By securing 108 seats in a debut election, the TVK has disrupted the traditional dominance of established parties, though the reliance on a coalition to reach 120 MLAs suggests a fragile mandate that will be tested during the May 13 floor test.
