Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10, 2026. The ceremony took place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, where Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi administered the oath of office to Vijay and his cabinet of nine ministers. Prominent figures from the Indian film industry, including Pawan Kalyan and Kamal Haasan, extended their congratulations via social media. Pawan Kalyan expressed his hopes for the new government to fulfill the aspirations of the people, while Kamal Haasan wished for the state's prosperity under Vijay's leadership. The event was particularly emotional for Vijay's family, with his parents present to witness this historic moment. The recent 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections marked a significant achievement for TVK, which won 108 seats in its electoral debut, positioning Vijay as a key political figure in the state.