Vijay Sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Father SA Chandrasekhar Reflects on Their Journey
Vijay’s Father SA Chandrasekhar Gets Emotional After Swearing-In: ‘He Fulfilled My Dream’
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On May 10, Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay took oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in Chennai. His father, SA Chandrasekhar, expressed pride in his son's achievement, reflecting on their family's struggles. The ceremony was attended by notable figures from the film industry, including actress Trisha Krishnan.
- 01Vijay was sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10, 2026.
- 02SA Chandrasekhar, Vijay's father, expressed immense pride during the ceremony.
- 03The family faced significant hardships when Vijay was born in 1974.
- 04Vijay's political journey began with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party in the 2026 elections.
- 05The ceremony attracted notable film personalities, including actress Trisha Krishnan.
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On May 10, 2026, Vijay, a prominent Tamil actor, officially took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu during a ceremony in Chennai. His father, SA Chandrasekhar, a veteran filmmaker, expressed deep pride, stating that his son had fulfilled his dream. Chandrasekhar reminisced about their family's difficult times, particularly during Vijay's birth in 1974 when they struggled financially. The event saw many attendees from the film industry, including actress Trisha Krishnan, who has been linked to Vijay in rumors. Notably, Vijay's children were absent, likely due to ongoing divorce proceedings with his wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam. Vijay entered politics through the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party, which won a majority in the recent assembly elections, allowing him to form the government. His final film, Jana Nayagan, is set to be released soon.
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Vijay's leadership as Chief Minister could influence governance and policies in Tamil Nadu, impacting residents' daily lives.
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