Rajinikanth Expresses Shock Over Vijay's Chief Minister Appointment in Tamil Nadu
'Extremely Shocked': Rajnikanth Reacts To Vijay Becoming Tamil Nadu CM, Clarifies Stalin Meeting
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Rajinikanth expressed his surprise at actor Vijay becoming the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, stating he was 'extremely shocked' by the news. He clarified that his meeting with MK Stalin post-election was personal, emphasizing their friendship over political ties, and reiterated his distance from active politics.
- 01Rajinikanth stated he felt 'extremely shocked' upon learning about Vijay's appointment as Chief Minister.
- 02He clarified that his meeting with MK Stalin was personal, not political, expressing sadness over Stalin's election defeat.
- 03Rajinikanth emphasized his long-standing friendship with Stalin, which transcends political affiliations.
- 04Despite stepping away from politics, Rajinikanth acknowledged Vijay's independent political identity amidst Tamil Nadu's major parties.
- 05Rajinikanth previously announced in December 2020 that he would not enter electoral politics due to health concerns.
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Rajinikanth, the iconic actor, expressed his surprise at actor Vijay's recent appointment as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, stating he was 'extremely shocked' by the development. During a press conference at his residence in Chennai, he felt compelled to address criticisms regarding his political involvement, clarifying that his meeting with MK Stalin after the election results was purely personal and rooted in their friendship. Rajinikanth expressed sadness over Stalin's defeat in Kulathur and conveyed his congratulations to Vijay following the election results. He noted that despite the significant age difference, Vijay has successfully carved out a political identity independent of Tamil Nadu's dominant Dravidian parties. Rajinikanth reiterated that he has distanced himself from active politics, having announced in December 2020 that he would not pursue a political career due to health concerns. His comments come amid a renewed focus on the intersection of cinema and politics in Tamil Nadu following the recent elections.
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Rajinikanth's comments may influence public perception of Vijay's political rise and the involvement of film personalities in Tamil Nadu politics.
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