A supporter of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party walked on her knees to party headquarters in Chennai during early vote counting this month [1].
The event highlights the rapid rise of actor-politician Vijay as a political force in Tamil Nadu, potentially disrupting the established power dynamics of the state assembly.
Glory, the supporter, traveled from ECR Road to the TVK headquarters in the Panaiyur area of Chennai [1]. Her actions coincided with widespread celebrations among party members who believe the party is emerging as a dominant force in the 2026 Assembly elections [1, 2].
Reports on the party's exact performance vary as counting progresses. Early trends indicated TVK was leading in 108 of the 234 total seats [1, 4]. However, other data shows the party has won 50 seats, and maintains a lead in 57 constituencies [3].
Aadhav Arjuna, the TVK General Secretary of Election Campaign Management, said "a massive political wave in favour of party leader Vijay is currently sweeping through all 234 assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu" [2, 4].
The TVK has positioned Vijay as the primary driver of this electoral surge [2]. The party's momentum has centered on the actor's transition from cinema to public service, which has resonated with voters across the 234 constituencies that make up the assembly [2, 4].
Supporters in Chennai and beyond have used these early results to signal a shift in the political landscape, citing the "Vijay wave" as a turning point for the region [2].
“A supporter of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party walked on her knees to party headquarters in Chennai”
The entry of actor Vijay into the political arena via TVK represents a significant challenge to traditional parties in Tamil Nadu. By leveraging celebrity influence and a dedicated grassroots following, TVK is attempting to convert cinematic popularity into legislative power, potentially creating a multi-polar contest in the 2026 Assembly.
