Actor-turned-politician Vijay is scheduled to take the oath of office as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, May 9, 2026 [1, 2].
The swearing-in marks a historic shift in the state's political landscape as a cinematic figure transitions into the highest executive office. This transition follows a period of political stalemate and intense negotiations regarding government formation.
Vijay leads the Tamil Vannila Kazhagam (TVK) party, which emerged as the single largest party in the assembly [3]. The TVK secured 108 seats in the 234-member assembly [1, 4]. To ensure a stable majority, the Congress party, which holds five seats, has extended its support to the TVK [4].
Reports on the exact timing of the ceremony vary. Moneycontrol and the Economic Times said the ceremony would begin at 10 a.m. [1, 2], while RepublicWorld said the event was scheduled for 11 a.m. [5].
The road to the oath-taking involved significant diplomatic effort. Vijay held four meetings with the Governor over a period of five days to finalize the government formation [3].
"It is a win for the people of Tamil Nadu," Genelia D'Souza said [6].
The ceremony is expected to take place in Chennai, the state capital, where the new administration will officially begin its term. The victory is being described as a historic milestone for the TVK party [3].
“TVK secured 108 seats in the 234-member assembly”
The ascent of Vijay to the Chief Minister's office signals the continued influence of cinema-based popularity in Tamil Nadu politics. By securing the support of the Congress party, the TVK has moved from a disruptor role to a governing entity, potentially altering the traditional bipolar competition between the state's established Dravidian parties.
