Actor-turned-politician Vijay won the Perambur assembly constituency in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections on May 4, 2026 [1].
The victory marks a significant shift in the state's political landscape, as Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), emerged as the single-largest force in the assembly [3].
Counting began at 8 a.m. on Monday, and results were declared the same day [1]. Vijay received his victory certificate following the announcement of the Perambur result [2]. While some reports indicate he won the Perambur seat [2], other accounts suggest he won both Perambur and Trichy East [1].
TVK's performance in the election represents a surge in popularity for the party. Reports on the total number of seats won by the party vary slightly between sources. India Today said that TVK secured 108 seats [2], while NDTV said the party won 107 seats [4]. Other reports confirmed that the party crossed the 100-seat mark [3].
The rise of TVK is attributed to Vijay's personal popularity and the growing appeal of the party's platform, factors that shifted voter sentiment during the campaign [3].
This outcome disrupts the traditional dominance of established political alliances in the region. The party's ability to secure a double-digit percentage of the assembly suggests a realignment of the electorate toward the actor-politician's vision for the state [2, 3].
“TVK emerged as the single-largest force in the assembly”
The emergence of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam as the largest party indicates a volatility in Tamil Nadu's voter base and a willingness to pivot away from long-standing political dynasties. By securing over 100 seats, Vijay has transitioned from a cinematic icon to a central power broker, potentially forcing a new era of coalition politics or a total restructuring of state governance.
