# TDP MP Vijay linked to anti-Chiranjeevi campaign

2026-08-24T00:23:40+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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Speculation is growing that TDP Rajya Sabha MP Chintakayala Vijay is behind the "Boss Thokkesadu" campaign targeting actor-politician Chiranjeevi. Sources cited by Greatandhra.com claim Vijay had made critical comments against Chiranjeevi in the past, leading some to link that history to the current social media campaign. No direct evidence has emerged tying the MP to the campaign's origin. The TDP leadership may need to clarify the issue to avoid confusion within the alliance with Jana Sena, the outlet said. Both parties have built a political understanding and have an interest in protecting that relationship. The article urged restraint from party leaders and supporters to prevent unnecessary tensions between the allies.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

The 'Boss Thokkesadu' (Boss will be beaten) campaign signals a deepening of Telugu cinema-politics crossover, a pattern seen since Chiranjeevi's short-lived Praja Rajyam Party in 2008. The target is a film superstar now under the YSRCP umbrella, making any attack on him a proxy attack on the ruling party. TDP and Jana Sena, both allies, benefit from this campaign only as long as it is not traced to their leaders. If evidence emerges tying Vijay to the narrative, it could strain the alliance ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections where both parties need joint campaigning. The onus is on N. Chandrababu Naidu to issue a clear denial or risk being seen as endorsing the campaign.

## Coverage

- greatandhra.com <https://www.greatandhra.com/politics/gossip/is-he-the-man-behind-the-boss-thokkesadu-campaign/>
  Runs a speculative story with no named source or evidence, then hedges with 'should be treated with caution' and 'no concrete evidence'

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Tags: Chintakayala Vijay, Chiranjeevi, Jana Sena, TDP, YSRCP
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