Vijay challenges DMK’s R.D. Shekar in Perambur as Tamil Nadu 2026 polls. (Photo: AI)
Tamil Nadu Elections Results 2026: The Perambur area in Chennai has become a deal in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. This is because of the competition between actor C. Joseph Vijay who’s now a politician and the DMK leader R.D. Shekar. Perambur has a lot of voters than 3.15 lakh and the DMK party has always been very strong here. So this election is not about Perambur it is about the whole state and the fight between new political parties and the old DMK party. People in Tamil Nadu voted on April 23. Now everyone is waiting for the results on May 4. The question is can Thalapathy vijay win because he is so popular or will the DMK party win because it is very strong?
C. Joseph Vijay is a famous actor in Tamil movies. He has started a political party called Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. At the age of 51 he is contesting his election for the state assembly. He wants people to see him as an option different from the old DMK party. His entry into politics has made things very interesting in cities like Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East. C. Joseph Vijay is a star and people are curious to see what he can do in politics. The Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 is a test for C. Joseph Vijay and his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam.
Vijay has assets that’re worth a lot of money, ₹648.9 crore. He also has liabilities of ₹5.1 crore. The money he makes in a year is than ₹184 crore. Vijay has been in trouble with the law a couple of times. People still think well of him. Vijay is very popular among people women like him because he promises to help them and people who live in cities want him to bring about change. This is the time Vijay is really being tested in an election so everyone is watching to see how he does.
Vijay says he is against the way things are normally done and he is criticizing the way DMK runs things. He is talking about the problems with corruption. Making sure people are held responsible, for what they do. He is also talking about how to make public services better. Vijay is promising to give women ₹2,500 every month create jobs and help people with education. He wants people to think of TVK as a way of doing things a way that is fair and transparent and cares about what people need.
We will know the results of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 including what happens in the Perambur constituency on May 4 2026. When they count the votes we will see if Vijay and TVK can really make a difference in the states politics, which is usually controlled by two groups.
R.D. Shekar is a leader of the DMK party. He is also a MLA from Perambur. He is an experienced politician. He has support from people at the grassroots level. He plays a role in the politics of North Chennai. As a member of the DMK R.D. Shekar is trying to keep his seat. There is tough competition from Vijay.
At 59 years old R.D. Shekar has said he has ₹6.5 crore in assets. He also has ₹2.9 crore in liabilities. There are 10 cases against him. They are not serious. He has done well in elections. In 2021 he got 1,05,267 votes, which’s 52.93%. His supporters include people who work hard urban voters with incomes and loyal DMK fans.
As a leader of the DMK R.D. Shekar has defended the party’s work. He has talked about the things the party has done. He wants people to keep trusting the party. He also wants stability and progress. He questions Vijay’s lack of experience in politics. His campaign relies on the DMK’s team and its voters in Perambur.
Perambur usually supports the DMK. However, Vijay’s entry has changed things. The DMK has an advantage because of its organisation and past wins. Vijay’s popularity might make the competition closer. It will be decided by whether Vijay’s fame helps him get votes.
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Sofia Babu Chacko is a journalist with over five years of experience reporting on Indian politics, crime, human rights, gender issues, and stories about marginalized communities. She believes journalism plays a crucial role in amplifying unheard voices and bringing attention to issues that truly matter. Sofia has contributed articles to The New Indian Express, Youth Ki Awaaz, and Maktoob Media. She is also a recipient of the 2025 Laadli Media Awards for gender sensitivity. Beyond the newsroom, she is a music enthusiast who enjoys singing. Connect with Sofia on X: https://x.com/SBCism
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