Watch: Vijay's supporters surround his car, shower petals as TVK makes historic Tamil Nadu debut

Supporters of TVK chief Vijay were seen surrounding his vehicle and showering petals on it to celebrate the party’s performance

Published on: May 4, 2026, 19:48:09 IST

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Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay’s vehicle was surrounded by supporters who showered flower petals as his party moved towards a win in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections .

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay arrives at his father's residence as his party leads during vote counting for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, in Chennai. (ANI Video Grab)

As of 7:30 pm, Vijay’s TVK had won 59 seats and was leading in 48 others, having a hold in 107 seats in total. Vijay's entry as the leader of TVK made the election a three-cornered fight in a state where politics has long centred around alliances led by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK).

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Video: Vijay’s supporters surround his vehicle, shower petals

In visuals shared by news agency ANI, supporters of the TVK chief can be seen surrounding his vehicle and showering petals on it to celebrate the party’s performance in the Tamil Nadu elections.

Earlier, his family members cheered and applauded as the party emerged as the single largest force in the state. The celebrations were held at the family residence.

Party workers also gathered outside the headquarters in Chennai on Monday. Large groups waved flags and distributed sweets to mark the party’s showing.

How will Vijay form government in Tamil Nadu?

The Tamil Nadu assembly has 234 seats. A party needs to cross the majority mark of 118 to form the government.

There are concerns that the state could see a hung assembly if no party reaches the required number. As per the latest trends, TVK still needs at least 11 more seats to reach the majority.

As the party contested alone, it may now need support from smaller parties linked to either the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance or the AIADMK-led National Democratic Alliance.

So far, TVK has dismissed any chance of joining hands with either side as it remained hopeful of forming the government on its own.

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