'More power to you for next chapter!': Tiger Shroff congratulates Vijay as TVK gains ground in Tamil Nadu

CHENNAI: As vote counting progresses in Tamil Nadu on Monday, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay is emerging as a strong contender, drawing reactions from across the film industry. Actor Tiger Shroff extended his congratulations to Vijay, praising the public support behind his political debut.Taking to social media, Shroff wrote, “Congratulations to @actorvijay. The faith people have in you is amazing to see. More power to you for this next chapter!”Vijay’s party, contesting independently, has made a notable impact in the ongoing elections. Early trends show the TVK chief leading in the Tiruchirappalli East Assembly constituency by 6,499 votes after the first round of counting, ahead of DMK candidate Inigo Irudayaraj.Celebrations broke out among TVK supporters across the state, with party workers gathering outside the party office in Chennai, waving flags, distributing sweets, and dancing to Vijay’s popular “Whistle Podu” track.Vijay’s political entry has added a new dimension to Tamil Nadu’s electoral landscape, traditionally dominated by the DMK-led alliance and the AIADMK-led NDA bloc. His growing popularity appears to be intensifying competition in several constituencies.Counting is still underway, and the final results are awaited.(With agency inputs)