Vijay skips traditional shirt-veshti and opts for a classic black pantsuit at Tamil Nadu Chief Minister oath ceremony

Tamil superstar Vijay marked his swearing-in as Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister with sharp black pantsuit look, skipping the traditional shirt-and-veshti ensemble.

C. Joseph Vijay, chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, marking the beginning of a new political chapter in the state. While the historic ceremony drew attention for its political significance, Vijay’s fashion choice also became a major talking point online.

Tamil superstar Vijay embraces contemporary political fashion in a sharp black pantsuit at oath-taking ceremony. (X/ANI)

Instead of opting for the traditional white shirt-and-veshti combination often associated with Tamil Nadu political leaders, the actor-turned-politician chose a sleek and sophisticated black pantsuit look that reflected understated elegance and modern political styling.

Vijay opts for modern power dressing

For the ceremony, Vijay wore a well-tailored black suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a matching dark tie. The sharply structured silhouette gave the look a refined and formal appearance while maintaining a minimal aesthetic.

Keeping accessories to a minimum, Vijay allowed the clean tailoring and monochrome palette to take centre stage. His neatly styled hair and groomed beard further complemented the polished look.

The outfit stood out for blending cinematic charisma with political seriousness, creating a modern power-dressing moment that quickly caught the attention of fashion enthusiasts.

A break from traditional political fashion

In Tamil Nadu politics, traditional attire such as veshti and white shirts has long remained the preferred dress code among political leaders. Vijay’s decision to wear a Western formal suit instead marked a noticeable departure from convention.

The choice reflected a contemporary and global approach to political fashion while still maintaining the dignity and formality expected at a swearing-in ceremony. With this appearance, Vijay not only stepped into a major leadership role but also introduced a fresh visual aesthetic to Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.

About Vijay

C. Joseph Vijay, born on June 22, 1974, is an Indian politician and former actor currently serving as the 9th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu since May 10, 2026. He is the founder and president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and became the first Christian Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Before entering politics, Vijay was among the biggest stars in Tamil cinema and enjoyed a successful acting career spanning over three decades.

He made his lead acting debut with Naalaiya Theerpu, directed by his father S. A. Chandrasekaran, and rose to fame through romantic hits like Poove Unakkaga, Kadhalukku Mariyadhai and Thullatha Manamum Thullum before becoming a leading action star with films such as Ghilli, Pokkiri, Master and Leo. In February 2024, Vijay announced his retirement from films and officially entered politics by launching TVK. In the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the party secured 108 seats and later formed the government with the support of alliance partners.