Kamal Haasan, Khushbu Sundar and Vishal stand by Vijay following TVK’s sweeping Tamil Nadu win

Kamal Haasan, Khushbu Sundar, and Vishal have publicly backed actor-turned-politician Vijay after his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as Tamil Nadu’s single largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, ending decades of Dravidian dominance despite falling 10 short of majority.

The people did not give any party the power to form the government alone in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections. This result is unprecedented in the history of Tamil Nadu.

My brother Mr. @mkstalin They said ‘we respect the judgment of the people; Let’s act as a responsible opposition party…

— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) May 7, 2026

Kamal Haasan urged Governor R.N. Ravi to invite Vijay first, citing the Supreme Court’s S.R. Bommai judgment: “Majority must be tested on the Assembly floor, not Raj Bhavan. Not inviting the largest party disrespects the people’s mandate.” Despite ideological differences with DMK’s MK Stalin (who pledged responsible opposition), Kamal praised political maturity while stressing constitutional norms.

As a citizen of Tamilnadu State, when people have chosen their CM, he should lead. @actorvijay#TVKVijay​​HQ

— KhushbuSundar (@khushsundar) May 7, 2026

BJP Tamil Nadu vice-president Khushbu Sundar, posting a photo with Vijay, declared: “As a citizen, when people choose their CM, he should lead.” Despite BJP’s single seat via AIADMK alliance, she transcended party lines, calling Vijay the “true Jana Nayagan” and anticipating his leadership.

If it’s not #Tvk and if it’s going to be anything else but the unimaginable/shellshocking combination of DMK/AIADMK alliance to form the next government , then I as a citizen and voter foresee a disastrous and catastrophic consequential turnout amidst common public. Will not go…

— Vishal (@VishalKOfficial) May 7, 2026

Singer-actor Vishal echoed support, amplifying Governor overreach accusations after Ravi twice rejected Vijay’s claims without 118 MLA support letters. Rahul Dholakia and Prakash Raj joined, with the latter slamming the “disgusting, unconstitutional” delay.

Hung Assembly Standoff

TVK’s debut shattered DMK (projected 80 seats) and AIADMK, positioning Vijay’s anti-corruption platform as transformative. Congress offered conditional backing (cabinet posts), while AIADMK negotiates. Governor’s demand for preemptive proof defies convention—largest party gets first invitation, floor test settles majority.

The rare Kollywood unity—spanning Makkal Needhi Maiam, BJP affiliates, and independents—pressures Ravi amid President’s Rule whispers. Vijay met the Governor May 6 but returned empty-handed, fueling constitutional crisis fears echoing Maharashtra/Kerala precedents.

Fans celebrated cross-party solidarity: “Tamil cinema > politics!” Kamal’s nuanced stance praised Stalin’s concession while championing mandate respect. As alliances crystallize, Vijay eyes secular coalitions excluding BJP, mirroring Bengal’s 2026 dynamics.

This backing elevates TVK’s bargaining power, with assembly convening imminent. Kollywood’s collective voice underscores Vijay’s transition from Master superstar to political heavyweight, proving cinema’s influence endures in Tamil Nadu’s high-stakes power game.