Tamil Superstar Vijay Thalapathy Newly founded Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) actor-politician on Thursday unveiled the flag of his newly founded political party at the party headquarters in Panaiyur, Chennai. After unveiling the yellow and red flag, the actor-turned-politician also gave a brief speech where he spoke about the symbolism behind the flag. The flag features two elephants and a Vaagai flower surrounded by stars. Vijay explained the reason for using that particular flower.
During the Sangam period, Tamil kings used to wear garlands made of Vaagai flowers to symbolize victory.
In his speech, Vijay said, “Our flag will become the symbol of our state. Along with the flag, we will also present our party anthem. Our flag will fly across the country and Tamil Nadu will be better from now on. Victory is certain.”
The actor vowed, “We will always cherish the fighters who fought and sacrificed their lives for the liberation of our country and the countless soldiers who tirelessly fought for the rights of our people from the Tamil soil… I will remove differences in the name of caste, religion, gender, place of birth, create awareness among people and fight for equal opportunities and rights for all. I solemnly affirm that I will uphold the principle of equality for all living beings.”
The TVK was launched in February and this was its first public programme. Vijay’s entry into politics will certainly change the current political equations in Tamil Nadu. In a statement issued by the actor during the announcement of his party, he said, “We are today submitting an application to the EC to register our party ‘Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam’. Our aim is to contest and win the upcoming assembly elections in 2026 and bring about the fundamental political change that the people want.”
“I have decided to finish the film that I had already committed to making, without affecting the work of the party and to fully involve myself in public service politics.”
Vijay is a star in his own right and his fan club, ‘Vijay Makkal Iyyakam’, has ten lakh members. The fan club was founded immediately after his entry as a lead actor in the film ‘Naalaiya Theerpu’ (1992). Vijay Makkal Iyyakam is now registered as All India Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyyakam (AITVMI).
Vijay has now entered the elite club of Tamil matinee idols who have joined politics. This list includes the iconic actor, MG Ramachandran (MGR), who floated the AIADMK and became one of the most popular Chief Ministers of Tamil Nadu for Dr. J. Jayalalithaa who was also a matinee idol who became one of the strongest Chief Ministers of the state. However, not all Tamil actors who enter politics write a success story. For instance, Sivaji Ganesan, Vijaykanth and Kamal Haasan were not so successful in Tamil Nadu politics.
It may be recalled that in the 2021 local elections, AITVMI contested in 169 seats and won 115. It was a surprise victory as Vijay’s fan club had outvoted Kamal Haasan’s Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) and Seeman’s Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), who both drew a blank.
Vijay is currently focusing on the 2026 Assembly elections and has already announced that he will retire from films after the release of the highly anticipated action thriller GOAT in September.
(with inputs from IANS)
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