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Vijay’s Political Films: 5 Must-Watch Movies of the TVK Leader

The journey of Vijay from a mass entertainer to the face of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam is not a sudden leap into politics, but a carefully layered narrative built over years through cinema. Long before his official political entry and electoral success in 2026, his films had already begun reflecting themes…

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From Screen Rebel to Political Force: Vijay’s Rise Reshapes Tamil Nadu Politics

In Tamil Nadu’s long history of cinema-driven politics, M. G. Ramachandran—popularly known as MGR—set the gold standard. A matinee idol who transitioned seamlessly into politics, MGR cultivated a carefully crafted on-screen persona: virtuous, disciplined, and morally upright. He famously avoided portraying characters who drank or smoked, reinforcing an image that…

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After Vijay’s Win, Trisha Affair Rumours Trend Again

When Vijay stepped into the political spotlight with a major electoral victory linked to his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, the focus was expected to remain firmly on his growing influence beyond cinema. However, as news of his success spread, social media conversations quickly took a different turn, drawing attention to…

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Shock in Tamil Nadu: Fan slits throat over rumours of Vijay’s defeat

As vote counting continues across four states and the Union Territory of Puducherry, early trends from Tamil Nadu have delivered a major राजनीतिक surprise. Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has made an impressive electoral debut, posing a serious challenge to the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).

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TN and Kerala exit polls: Believable or not?

In the first part of this week’s South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna discuss the Kerala and Tamil Nadu exit polls and the recent political developments in both states. They are joined by TNM’s Tamil Nadu bureau chief Shabbir Ahmed, Kerala bureau chief Haritha John, and senior reporter…

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If pollsters are to be believed: Vijay shocker in Tamil Nadu, BJP’s Bengal win

The exit polls are out. And if most pollsters are to be believed, it will be the BJP in Assam and West Bengal, the NDA in Puducherry, the DMK in Tamil Nadu, and the Congress-led UDF in Kerala.

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Vijay in politics: Fan frenzy or real votes for TVK?

Are crowds enough to win elections?

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Delimitation, Vijay’s rise, ‘unhappy alliance’: The Annamalai interview

In a wide-ranging interview with Sreenivasan Jain on the campaign trail, K. Annamalai, the BJP’s most prominent face in Tamil Nadu, navigates questions about the party’s “anti-South” perception, the friction-filled AIADMK alliance, and the emergence of actor-politician Vijay.

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South Central 71: Delimitation row, alliances and what will decide the vote in Tamil Nadu

In this episode of South Central, Pooja Prasanna and Azeefa Fathima discuss the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections with RK Radhakrishnan, Ramya Kannan, and Dr C Lakshmanan.

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In TN’s fishing hamlets, Vijay’s rise meets both support and scepticism

Around 1.30 pm, under a punishing sun in Tamil Nadu’s Nagercoil town, families hurried along the highway towards Kanniyakumari. On two-wheelers, with infants as young as six months held close, many wore red and gold-yellow mufflers draped around their necks — a visible sign of allegiance.

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"This was something else. I could feel it in every part of me." What it was like seeing metal legends Metallica in their early days, according to fellow thrash veteran and Death Angel frontman Mark Osegueda

Mark knew that Metallica were destined for great things from the very start

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‘BJP’s double engine a joke’: Interview with PTR

Ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Palanivel Thiagarajan (PTR), the state Minister for Information Technology and Digital Services, spoke to TNM’s Pooja Prasanna and outlined the DMK government’s performance and its pitch for a second term.

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South Central 70: Can Vijay break DMK–AIADMK hold? | Bennix–Jayaraj case: Why verdict stands out

In this episode on South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna first discuss the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. They are joined by The Deccan Herald’s Assistant Editor Sivapriyan and journalist and translator Kavitha Muralidharan.

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From Silver Screen to Courtroom? Vijay’s Personal Life Takes Dramatic Turn

In 1999, Vijay and Sangeetha married in a beautiful ceremony. Over the years, they built a family with two children and stayed mostly away from controversy. Their bond was often described as quiet and strong. Now, Sangeetha has filed a petition in a Chengalpattu court in Tamil Nadu seeking dissolution…

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5 Love Lessons from Vijay Deverakonda & Rashmika’s Marriage

When two people begin as friends and slowly decide to spend their lives together, their bond naturally feels strong and secure. Vijay and Rashmika’s relationship comes across as genuine, comfortable, and built on real friendship. Every couple is different, but there are simple and meaningful lessons we can learn from…

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A call from Kerala that spurred Karnataka CMO into action

Welcome to this week’s Powertrip, a political newsletter exclusively curated for TNM and NL subscribers. This week’s edition is by Shabbir Ahmed, Pooja Prasanna, and Nidheesh MK.

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Hoax bomb threats target Tamil Nadu journalists, media houses

A series of bomb threats targeting the residences of Tamil Nadu journalists and media houses over the past week put the Tamil Nadu police and Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) in a state of high alert. Site inspection and searches at the targeted locations by BDDS teams showed the…

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India chooses to bowl first against Pakistan in cricket's Asia Cup final, no handshakes at toss

India won the toss and chose to bowl first against archrival Pakistan in the final of cricket’s Asia Cup in Dubai

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Indian Actor-politician's Aides Charged After Rally Stampede Kills 40

Police charged three close aides of a popular actor and politician with culpable homicide and negligence on Sunday after a stampede at his rally in southern India killed at least 40 people, officials said.

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Delays, poor crowd control: How the Karur tragedy unfolded

With 40 people dead in a stampede, including nine children, anger is mounting against the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and its president Vijay. The party and Vijay are facing tough questions over mismanagement in organising the campaign event at Karur, while the police and district administration are also being criticised…

International Business Times

Massive Crowd, Chaos Preceded Deadly India Rally Stampede

A stampede that killed dozens at a south India political rally happened after a crowd of thousands waited hours in baking heat without sufficient safeguards, officials and witnesses said Sunday.

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Vijay’s Karur rally tragedy leaves at least 39 dead, TVK functionaries booked

An FIR has been filed against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) functionaries in connection with the Karur stampede that has claimed 39 lives so far. The case has been registered against Madhiazhagan, TVK’s district secretary for Karur North; Bussy Anand, the party’s general secretary; CTR Nirmal Kumar, joint general secretary; and…

The Independent UK

Stampede at a political rally for popular actor Vijay in southern India kills 36, injures 40

The health minister in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu says a stampede at a rally for a popular actor and politician has killed at least 36 people and injured 40 others

The Independent UK

Stampede at Indian actor Vijay’s rally in Tamil Nadu kills 40

Indian actor and politician Vijay had been campaigning for elections when the stampede occurred

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Does vaping ruin your teeth? Experts warn of oral health risks

With millions of vapers across the UK, experts raise concerns about the impact of vaping on oral health, including potential tooth decay and gum disease

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