In a surprising turn of events, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has lost the Kolathur Assembly constituency, signaling a significant setback for the DMK party and a notable shift in the state’s political scenario. The victory in Kolathur has been claimed by TVK’s V.S. Babu, who secured 68,419 votes, surpassing Stalin by a margin of 7,731 votes. This defeat is part of a broader trend where actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is emerging as a potent force in Tamil Nadu politics.
TVK has not only secured victory in Kolathur but also in the Royapuram constituency in North Chennai, where their candidate Vijay Dhamu, an auto driver, triumphed over AIADMK’s D. Jayakumar and DMK’s Subair Khan. This success is being interpreted as a symbol of empowerment at the grassroots level and a clear demand for change by the electorate. The recent electoral outcomes have drawn attention to TVK’s growing influence and have garnered praise from various quarters for their performance.
The impressive showing by TVK has garnered accolades from different sectors, with actor Kajal Aggarwal commending Vijay’s remarkable win and highlighting his strong connection with the public. The election results have also been acknowledged by Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh, who sees them as reflective of the evolving aspirations of Tamil Nadu’s voters. The emergence of TVK as a significant player in the state’s political landscape is seen as a transformative development that could reshape the traditional power dynamics.
Meanwhile, former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami of AIADMK seems poised for a substantial personal victory in the Edappadi constituency, leading by a considerable margin of 65,656 votes. The defeat of the Chief Minister and the rise of TVK in this election are setting the stage for a potentially historic moment in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, hinting at a shift from the long-standing bipolar political structure in the state.
