The Indian National Congress has decided to support actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) after its impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu elections, marking a significant shift from its previous alliance with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). The Congress's support comes with conditions, particularly a demand for the TVK to exclude communal forces that do not respect the Constitution. This move has been interpreted as a betrayal by the DMK, which has historically partnered with Congress. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, had been preparing for this transition for months, sensing a potential 'Vijay tsunami' in the elections. Ultimately, Congress secured 28 Assembly seats and aims to gain ministerial positions in the new government. The alliance with TVK is seen as a chance for Congress to regain political influence in Tamil Nadu after decades. However, the DMK remains a crucial player in the opposition, and the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2029 will be a major test for this new partnership.