🔥 Trending Who is CM Vijay? Everything to Know About the Chief Minister

C. Joseph Vijay, widely known as "Thalapathy" Vijay, is a prominent Indian politician and former actor who currently serves as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu ¹⁵. He assumed office as the 22nd Chief Minister of the state in May 2026, following the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election ³⁴.

From Kollywood Star to Political Leader

Vijay's journey to the Chief Minister's office is marked by a successful career in the Tamil film industry, often referred to as Kollywood. He made his screen debut in 1992 and rose to become one of the leading actors in Tamil cinema ¹⁴. His popularity among fans earned him the moniker "Thalapathy," meaning "Leader" ⁵.

Founding Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)

In a significant shift towards politics, Vijay founded his own political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) ¹. The TVK contested the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election, where it secured a historic victory ³⁸. The party won 108 seats, leading to Vijay's swearing-in as Chief Minister on May 10, 2026 ³⁴⁸.

Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu

As the ninth Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay leads a council of ministers and is responsible for the state's governance ¹²³. His administration, often referred to as the C. Joseph Vijay ministry, began its term after the 17th Tamil Nadu Assembly was constituted ³. His official website, vijay.com, outlines his governing agenda, ideology, and biography ²⁴. He is frequently covered in news outlets focusing on Tamil Nadu politics ⁷.