Tamil Nadu poll result 2026: Vijay’s ‘Lights, Camera, Sarkar’ set to shine in Chennai, say trends

Tamil Nadu is witnessing a major political shift as early trends suggest a setback for the DMK led by Chief Minister M K Stalin, with rising anti-incumbency reflected across constituencies. The surprise emergence of actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has reshaped the contest, positioning it as a strong third force and a potential kingmaker in the state. While TVK appears close to the majority mark, smaller parties may play a decisive role. The trends also signal challenges for AIADMK’s NDA alliance in adapting to changing voter sentiment.