South superstar Thalapathy Vijay is gearing up to launch his own political party. While the party’s name has yet to be finalized, Vijay is expected to assume the role of president, reported by NDTV.
“We are in the process of registering the party with the Election Commission of India,” stated a key member of Vijay’s team to NDTV. The party is anticipated to participate in the 2026 state elections in Tamil Nadu.
Thalapathy Vijay joins a list of celebrities who have ventured into politics by forming their own parties. Here are some notable examples:
1. Marudur Gopalan Ramachandran (MGR): A top actor of his time, MGR founded the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) in 1972. He also served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
2. Vijayakanth: Known for his work in over 150 movies, Vijayakanth formed the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) in Tamil Nadu in 2005. He held the position of Member of Legislative Assembly twice.
3. Pawan Kalyan: Popularly known as Power Star in Telugu cinema, Pawan Kalyan launched the JanaSena Party in 2014.
4. Kamal Haasan: A prominent actor in Indian cinema, Kamal Haasan has been actively involved in politics in Tamil Nadu. He founded the Makkal Needhi Maiam party in 2018 and continues to balance his political aspirations with his film career.
5. Rajinikanth: The superstar had expressed his intention to launch his own political party, Rajini Makkal Mandram, but ultimately did not proceed with the plan. Despite this, he has affirmed his commitment to serving the people, even if he does not enter formal politics.
As Thalapathy Vijay prepares to embark on his political journey, he follows in the footsteps of these celebrities who have used their influence to shape the political landscape in South India. With his entry into politics, Vijay aims to make a meaningful impact on the future of Tamil Nadu.