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Vishal Says Vijay’s Political Win Came From ‘Calling’, Not Stardom
Actor Vishal, who recently met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, said the actor remains unchanged despite his new role. "Only the posting has changed," Vishal told Honest Townhall, recalling that Vijay's political…
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Actor Vishal, who recently met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, said the actor remains unchanged despite his new role. "Only the posting has changed," Vishal told Honest Townhall, recalling that Vijay's political ascent was not merely due to his film stardom.
Vishal noted that many mass-appeal actors like Sivaji Ganesan and Amitabh Bachchan failed in politics. He credited Vijay's success to a genuine "calling" and a deep connectivity with voters, particularly first-time ones. He highlighted Vijay's final campaign speech asking the youth to persuade their elders to vote for TVK, which created a massive impact.
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The narrative that Vijay coasted to power on fan frenzy alone misses the point. Vishal rightly stresses the desperation for change among voters, a factor that also propelled regional upstarts elsewhere. Stardom opens the door, but it does not guarantee a mandate. The real test lies ahead: can Vijay's party deliver governance as effectively as it campaigned? The 2026 Assembly results will settle the question.
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