Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam welcomes Aadhav Arjuna, offers him key role
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Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam welcomes Aadhav Arjuna, offers him key role

India Today  

Actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has appointed former Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna as its general secretary for election campaign management. The party has also named former BJP’s IT wing chief CTR Nirmal Kumar as deputy general secretary of its IT wing. Arjuna resigned from the VCK on December 15 after facing a six-month suspension for making remarks against the party’s ally, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam. Following his suspension, Arjuna resigned from the VCK, expressing deep respect for Thirumavalavan and acknowledging the party’s role in his political journey.

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Vijay cannot sway ideologically aligned youth, feels VCK leadership
1 week, 2 days ago

Vijay cannot sway ideologically aligned youth, feels VCK leadership

The Hindu  

The Viduthalai Chiduthaigal Katchi leadership feels its ideologically inclined cadres would not be swayed by actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Thirumavalavan said every time an actor floats a political party, the media writes about how youngsters in VCK would start supporting the new party. The party needs to filter them out for its own good.” VCK general secretary, D. Ravikumar, …

Prashant Kishor, actor Vijay share stage during TVK party's first year anniversary
1 month ago

Prashant Kishor, actor Vijay share stage during TVK party's first year anniversary

Hindustan Times  

Jan Suraj party chief Prashant Kishor attended Tamil actor Vijay's party Thamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam 's first year anniversary on the outskirts of Chennai on Wednesday. Thamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam chief and actor Vijay with Jan Suraj chief Prashant Kishor during TVK's second anniversary celebrations, in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu on Wednesday. DMK allies dismiss TVK's ‘strategy’ Prashant Kishor visited the actor at …

Actor-politician Vijay mocks DMK, Centre over 3-language NEP row: ‘Like LKG-UKG kids’
1 month ago

Actor-politician Vijay mocks DMK, Centre over 3-language NEP row: ‘Like LKG-UKG kids’

Hindustan Times  

Actor-politician Vijay, at his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's first anniversary celebrations, took a swipe at the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government and Tamil Nadu's DMK government for fighting like "LKG, UKG kids" over the three-language policy and education funds for the state. Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin, his deputy Udhayanidhi Stalin and DMK leaders have sternly opposed this language …

Actor Ranjana Nachiyaar joins Vijay's party after quitting BJP over language row
1 month ago

Actor Ranjana Nachiyaar joins Vijay's party after quitting BJP over language row

India Today  

Actor-turned-politician Ranjana Nachiyaar, Tamil Nadu Art & Cultural Wing State Secretary who quit the Bharatiya Janata Party yesterday, joined superstar Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam on the occasion of its first anniversary celebration on Wednesday. VIDEO | Tamil Nadu: Actor turned politician and BJP leader Ranjana Nachiyaar joins actor Vijay’s TVK party. He is the hope of Tamil Nadu," she says …

விஜய்: Vijay Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam To Celebrate 1st Anniversary In Mahabalipuram On Feb 26 Prashant Kishor To Attend
1 month ago

விஜய்: Vijay Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam To Celebrate 1st Anniversary In Mahabalipuram On Feb 26 Prashant Kishor To Attend

ABP News  

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, actor-turned-politician Vijay’s political party, is gearing up to celebrate its first anniversary on Wednesday, February 25, at a private hotel in Mahabalipuram. The event is likely to be attended by prominent political strategist and Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor, alongside TVK’s founder and president, Vijay. The participation is likely to come as Prashant Kishor met Tamilaga …

Actor-Politician Vijay Granted ‘Y’ Category Security in Tamil Nadu
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1 month, 1 week ago

Actor-Politician Vijay Granted ‘Y’ Category Security in Tamil Nadu

Deccan Chronicle  

The Ministry of Home Affairs has accorded ‘Y’ category security to actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president Vijay. The security cover, which will be implemented only within Tamil Nadu, includes round-the-clock protection by the Central Reserve Police Force.Under this arrangement, Vijay will be guarded by a team of eight personnel, including two commandos and additional police officers. The security detail …

Prashant Kishor To 'Advise' TVK Chief Vijay? Meeting Between The Leaders Ahead Of 2026 Polls Creates Buzz
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Prashant Kishor To 'Advise' TVK Chief Vijay? Meeting Between The Leaders Ahead Of 2026 Polls Creates Buzz

ABP News  

In a development that has set political circles abuzz, renowned election strategist Prashant Kishor met with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam founder and actor-politician Vijay on Monday. The meeting, held at Vijay’s residence in Panaiyur on the East Coast Road near Chennai, lasted over an hour and fueled speculation about Kishor’s potential role in shaping TVK’s strategy for 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly …

Aadhav Arjuna joins Vijay's TVK after controversial exit from Thirumalvalan's party
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Aadhav Arjuna joins Vijay's TVK after controversial exit from Thirumalvalan's party

India Today  

Political strategist Aadhav Arjuna, who made headlines with his fiery speech at a book launch event attended by actor Vijay, has officially joined Vijay's political party, Thamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam. Aadhav was previously a member of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi but was suspended after his remarks about Tamil Nadu politics sparked controversy. Thirumavalavan should be made Deputy Chief Minister and criticised …

Aadhav Arjuna, Nirmal Kumar join TVK; Vijay gives key posts
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Aadhav Arjuna, Nirmal Kumar join TVK; Vijay gives key posts

The Hindu  

Former deputy general secretary of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi Aadhav Arjuna, and AIADMK IT wing joint secretary C.T.R. Arjuna, who has been appointed as the party’s election campaign management general secretary, will function along with my political strategist John Arockiyasamy in organising election campaigns.” Further, he appointed Mr. Kumar as deputy general secretary, P. Jegadeesh as joint treasurer, A. Rajmohan as …

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Former VCK leader Aadhav Arjuna likely to join actor Vijay's party

India Today  

Former Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna arrived at actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party office today, fuelling speculation about his potential induction into the party. At the event, where TVK chief Vijay was also present, Arjuna spoke against “monarchy-like practices” in state politics and argued that leadership should be based on ideology rather than hereditary succession. Arjuna …

Tamil Nadu Congress invites actor Vijay to join INDIA bloc, BJP mocks offer
2 months, 1 week ago

Tamil Nadu Congress invites actor Vijay to join INDIA bloc, BJP mocks offer

India Today  

A political slugfest erupted in Tamil Nadu after state Congress chief K Selvaperunthagai extended an invitation to actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay to join the opposition INDIA bloc. As a citizen of India, this is my humble suggestion," the Tamil Nadu Congress chief said, inviting a quick response from the BJP. Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai took …

Will exit from DMK alliance push Arjuna into budding politician Vijay's arms?
3 months, 1 week ago

Will exit from DMK alliance push Arjuna into budding politician Vijay's arms?

India Today  

The exit of Aadhav Arjuna from the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi after party chief Thol. He accused the former VCK deputy general secretary of hidden agendas and questioned the timing and nature of Arjuna’s statements against the DMK and its heir apparent Udhayanidhi Stalin. In broad hints of a deepening divide within the VCK, Thirumavalavan said Arjuna’s decision to leave the …

Aadhav Arjuna who equated ally DMK with monarchy quits VCK party
3 months, 1 week ago

Aadhav Arjuna who equated ally DMK with monarchy quits VCK party

India Today  

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi deputy general secretary Aadhav Arjuna, who previously commented that the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu, resigned from the party on Sunday evening. “I don’t have any difference of opinion with the ideology of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi,” he wrote, adding “The thoughts that stemmed out of me due to valid anger over the welfare of the …

Rumblings in DMK Alliance & Vck Put to an End
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rumblings in DMK Alliance & Vck Put to an End

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Rumblings in the DMK-led alliance in the State and within the ranks of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, triggered by the repeated controversial utterances of VCK deputy general secretary, Aadhav Arjuna, were silenced on Monday with the VCK top brass cracking the whip on their errant new leader and their president Thol Thirumavalavan hobnobbing with Chief Minister M K Stalin …

Aadhav Arjuna suspended from VCK for six months
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aadhav Arjuna suspended from VCK for six months

The Hindu  

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder and Chidambaram MP Thol. ‘Undermining party’s reputation’ In a statement on Monday, Mr. Thirumavalavan said that of late, Mr. Arjuna has been acting in a manner detrimental to the party’s interests. While these actions may superficially appear to serve the party’s interests and authority, they have led to severe public criticism, undermining the party’s reputation and …

VCK suspends deputy general secretary for 'monarchy' remark against ally DMK
3 months, 2 weeks ago

VCK suspends deputy general secretary for 'monarchy' remark against ally DMK

India Today  

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi on Monday suspended its deputy general secretary, Aadhav Arjuna, for six months following his controversial remarks accusing their ally, the DMK, of promoting “monarchy” in Tamil Nadu. The decision comes after Aadhav’s speech during a book launch sparked backlash for its perceived criticism of the ruling party and its leadership. A Chief Minister should not be …

VCK leader under pressure to skip Ambedkar book launch: Vijay
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

VCK leader under pressure to skip Ambedkar book launch: Vijay

Deccan Chronicle  

Actor-politician Vijay has stirred a political controversy with his remarks on the absence of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi chief Thol Thirumavalavan at the launch of the book Ellarukkumana Thalaivar: Dr Ambedkar. Vijay, who attended the event, suggested that Thirumavalavan had skipped the book release due to pressure from the DMK.Speaking at the event, which coincided with the death anniversary of Dr. …

DMK ally criticises Tamil Nadu's slow cyclone relief work
3 months, 2 weeks ago

DMK ally criticises Tamil Nadu's slow cyclone relief work

India Today  

After actor-turned-politician Vijay's sharp criticism of the Tamil Nadu government over the relief work following the destruction that was caused by Cyclone Fengal, the DMK government is now facing criticism from one of its allies -- Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi Deputy General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna. Launching a scathing attack on the MK Stalin government, Arjuna said that Tamil Nadu has not …

VCK chief skips Ambedkar book event with Vijay over alliance concerns with DMK
3 months, 2 weeks ago

VCK chief skips Ambedkar book event with Vijay over alliance concerns with DMK

India Today  

Actor-politician Vijay is set to attend an event in Chennai today to release the book “Ambedkar: Leader for All”, a compilation of essays on Dr BR Ambedkar. Published by the Vikatan Group and co-published by a company owned by Aadhav Arjun, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi’s deputy general secretary, the book also features an interview with VCK chief and MP Thol Thirumavalavan. …

Vijay’s Maiden Event as Political Party Leader
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Vijay’s Maiden Event as Political Party Leader

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam founder president Vijay will be making his maiden public appearance as a political party leader when he would be releasing a Tamil book, ‘Ellorkumana Thalaivar Ambedkar’ published by Tamil media group on Friday, December 6, putting at rest speculations on him planning to share the stage with VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan. However, the rumours of the …

'I know brother Thirumavalavan's heart,' says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
4 months, 1 week ago

'I know brother Thirumavalavan's heart,' says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday said he understood Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi chief Thol Thirumavalavan's feelings and thoughts. Further, Stalin said the VCK top leader showed true love and affection towards him and Thirumavalavan was also aware of his committed work. Also, factors such as actor Vijay's new political outfit Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam assuring a share …

TVK to be tested on commitment, public engagement
4 months, 2 weeks ago

TVK to be tested on commitment, public engagement

New Indian Express  

Yet another film star has taken the plunge into the world of politics. The huge, mostly organic, crowds that thronged TVK’s first public meeting and Vijay’s open call to other parties to join an alliance led by him for the 2026 assembly elections have made a significant splash in Tamil Nadu’s political waters. Having identified E V ‘Periyar’ Ramasamy as …

Is AIADMK keen on a tie-up with Vijay’s TVK?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Is AIADMK keen on a tie-up with Vijay’s TVK?

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai:AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami exhorting his party functionaries to refrain from attacking any political party other than the DMK and BJP in their speeches triggered a speculation that the party was willing to have a tie-up with the newly launched Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam of actor Vijay in the 2026 Assembly polls. With Vijay declaring the DMK as TVK's …

Vijay's Political Manifesto: A Sneak Peek at the Tamil Actor's Vision
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Vijay's Political Manifesto: A Sneak Peek at the Tamil Actor's Vision

Deccan Chronicle  

Tamil actor Vijay is likely to unveil his political agenda and vision for the state during his maiden public meeting on Sunday. The venue, Vikravandi in Villupuram, is being closely watched by political parties, observers and people alike as he unveils his vision for the state and the political agenda.

Actor Vijay's party recognised by poll panel, aims for 2026 Tamil Nadu election
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Actor Vijay's party recognised by poll panel, aims for 2026 Tamil Nadu election

India Today  

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, the political party launched by Tamil superstar Vijay, has been officially recognised by the Election Commission, the actor announced on Sunday. After legally scrutinising our petition, our nation's Election Commission has registered our Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and approved our party to participate in electoral politics,” Vijay said. Thalapathy Vijay, who has a massive fan base in Tamil …

DMK leader on actor Vijay's political entry: Not everyone can become like MGR
6 months, 3 weeks ago

DMK leader on actor Vijay's political entry: Not everyone can become like MGR

India Today  

DMK organisational secretary RS Bharathi indirectly took a jibe at actor Vijay, who floated his own political party, and said that not everyone can become like former Tamil Nadu chief minister MG Ramachandran. RS Bharati further said that even MGR didn't float a party "of his own", but left the DMK and started his own party. Notably, actor Vijay, who …

Chidambaram Lok Sabha Election 2024: VCK's Thirumavalavan vs AIADMK's Chandrahaasan vs BJP's Karthiyayini
1 year ago

Chidambaram Lok Sabha Election 2024: VCK's Thirumavalavan vs AIADMK's Chandrahaasan vs BJP's Karthiyayini

India TV News  

Chidambaram Lok Sabha Election 2024 : With just weeks to go for the highly anticipated general elections, the country is charged up for the most important event that will decide the fate of India's politics for the next five years. VCK candidate Thirumaavalavan Thol won the 2019 General Election with a victory margin of 3,219 votes, securing 5,00,229 votes. The …

Vijay’s Political Debut Ahead of 2026 TN Polls: List of Other Superstars Who Floated Parties & Tasted Success
1 year, 1 month ago

Vijay’s Political Debut Ahead of 2026 TN Polls: List of Other Superstars Who Floated Parties & Tasted Success

News 18  

Popular Tamil actor Vijay entered politics With the launch of his political party Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam earlier this week. Upendra Rao– One of Karnataka’s most popular actor-directors, Upendra Rao launched his political outfit Uttama Prajaakeeya Party in 2018. One of Karnataka’s most popular actor-directors, Upendra Rao launched his political outfit Uttama Prajaakeeya Party in 2018. Vijaykanth– Actor turned politician Vijaykanth, …

Vijay gets support from Khushbu Sundar, Anirudh Ravichander and other celebrities post announcing his political party
1 year, 1 month ago

Vijay gets support from Khushbu Sundar, Anirudh Ravichander and other celebrities post announcing his political party

Hindustan Times  

Thalapathy Vijay confirmed rumours swirling around for a while on Friday when he announced a new political party titled, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Vijay announced his political party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam on Friday ‘Most awaited moment’ Khushbu Sundar, who is also an actor-politician, wrote, “Most awaited moment. Even though as a fan I will miss watching his films on the big …

With 'Mersal' political plunge, Vijay sets eyes on Tamil Nadu's coveted film-to-politics winners club
1 year, 1 month ago

With 'Mersal' political plunge, Vijay sets eyes on Tamil Nadu's coveted film-to-politics winners club

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: At last, it has happened. Actor Vijay is the newest and top-rated Tamil actor to join politics, in keeping with Tamil Nadu's long-time tradition of actors taking the political plunge, with a couple of them having gone on to rule the state. The actor, whose apparent anti-GST dialogues in his 2017 action flick 'Mersal' ruffled the feathers of the …

VK Sasikala's nephew Dinakaran is AIADMK candidate for RK Nagar bypoll
8 years ago

VK Sasikala's nephew Dinakaran is AIADMK candidate for RK Nagar bypoll

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Ruling AIADMK on Wednesday announced VK Sasikala’s nephew and party deputy general secretary TTV Dinakaran as party candidate for the April 12 RK Nagar bypoll. An AIADMK press release said Dinakaran's candidature was approved by party general secretary Sasikala who is currently lodged in a Bengaluru prison. This will be the first election faced which the AIADMK will face …

AIADMK crisis: Life and times of TTV Dinakaran — Sasikala's new pawn in TN's political battle
8 years, 1 month ago

AIADMK crisis: Life and times of TTV Dinakaran — Sasikala's new pawn in TN's political battle

Firstpost  

AIADMK General Secretary VK Sasikala on Wednesday appointed nephew TTV Dinakaran as party Deputy General Secretary, ahead of preparing to surrender before the court. AIADMK general secretary VK Sasikala on Wednesday appointed nephew TTV Dinakaran as party deputy general secretary, ahead of preparing to surrender before the court. In a statement issued in Chennai, Sasikala said former Member of Parliament …

VK Sasikala takes charge as AIADMK general secretary, says Amma is always in her heart
8 years, 2 months ago

VK Sasikala takes charge as AIADMK general secretary, says Amma is always in her heart

Firstpost  

Amid chants of ‘Chinnamma Vazhagai’ by thousands of supporters, V K Sasikala on Saturday took charge as AIADMK general secretary, the top party post. Chennai: Amid chants of ‘Chinnamma Vazhagai’ by thousands of supporters, V K Sasikala on Saturday took charge as AIADMK general secretary, the top party post. AIADMK presidium chairman E Madusudanan, party treasurer and Chief Minister O …

VCK leader asks Vijayakant to join DMK alliance
11 years, 2 months ago

VCK leader asks Vijayakant to join DMK alliance

The Hindu  

Viduthalai Chiruthaikal Katchi leader Thol Thirumavalavan on Saturday requested DMDK leader Vijayakant to be part of the DMK alliance for the Lok Sabha polls to keep the “communal” BJP and the “casteist” PMK at bay. Asked about the meeting between Union Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad and DMK leader M. Karunanidhi, and the stand of the VCK if the Congress rejoined …

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