Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is a newly established political party in Tamil Nadu, founded on February 2, 2024, by actor-turned-politician Vijay. Known for his successful film career, Vijay has transitioned into politics, leveraging his extensive fan base, which previously formed the Vijay Makkal Iyakkam welfare association. This association supported the AIADMK-led Alliance in the 2011 elections and later contested local body elections in 2021, achieving notable success by winning 115 out of 169 seats. Vijay plans to contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections. However, his political journey has been marred by controversies, including a tragic crowd crush at a rally in Karur on September 27 that resulted in 41 deaths. Recently, Vijay has accused political rivals, notably the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), of conspiring against him amidst personal challenges, including a divorce from his wife, Sangeetha, who has made allegations against him.