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Vijay Tamil Nadu win shakes Dravidian dominance as CM 2026 plans return amid coalition talks

Politics
Published on 5 May 2026
Vijay Tamil Nadu win shakes Dravidian dominance as CM 2026 plans return amid coalition talks

A viral car plate and CM buzz returns

Actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has surged to 108 seats in Tamil Nadu’s 234-member Assembly, ending more than five decades of Dravidian rule. Vijay won from Trichy East and Perambur, putting him on track for a historic actor-turned-CM role, though forming a government may hinge on post-poll alliances. Meanwhile, the resurfacing “CM 2026” car-plate chatter adds to the momentum.

  • Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam wins 108 seats, ending 50 plus years
  • Vijay triumphs in Trichy East and Perambur
  • Actor to potentially become CM, but coalitions may decide
  • Viral “TN CM 2026” car plate chatter resurfaces after results
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