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The results of the 2026 Assembly Elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu will be declared on May 4, with nearly 14 celebrity candidates eagerly awaiting the outcome. Here’s a closer look at some of the familiar faces in the fray. May 4 is set to be a significant day in India’s political landscape, as results for the Assembly Elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry will be announced. Among these, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu are drawing particular attention due to the number of well-known personalities contesting this year. With stakes high for both politics and the entertainment world, here are 14 celebrities watching the results closely.
With a mix of film stars, television actors, and musicians stepping into the political arena, the 2026 election results promise to be closely watched across both political and entertainment circles.
Tamil superstar Vijay Thalapathy made his political debut in the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections as the chief ministerial candidate of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Since stepping into politics, he has faced strong opposition. His upcoming film Jana Nayagan is expected to be his final project as an actor.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK leader MK Stalin is contesting to secure another term in office. A dominant figure in state politics, he also had a brief association with Tamil cinema before entering public life.
Currently serving as Deputy Chief Minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin is seeking a second term. A former actor, he remains popular among younger voters and continues to draw support from his film fanbase.
Filmmaker and actor Senthamizhan Seeman is contesting from the Karaikudi constituency. He leads Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) as its chief coordinator.
Veteran actress Roopa Ganguly is contesting the West Bengal elections from Sonarpur Dakshin as a BJP candidate. She is a well-known figure in Bengali cinema and television.
Popular Bengali actress Nayna Bandyopadhyay is in the race from the Chowringhee constituency in Kolkata.
Television actress Arundhati Maitra, widely known as Lovely Maitra, is contesting from Sonarpur in South 24 Parganas on a TMC ticket.
Actor-turned-politician Hiran Chatterjee is representing the BJP. A former MLA from Kharagpur Sadar, he has remained in the spotlight both for his political moves and personal life.
Sayantika Banerjee is once again contesting from Baranagar under the TMC banner. After losing in 2021, she made a comeback by winning a bypoll in 2024.
Actor Rudranil Ghosh is contesting from Shibpur as a BJP candidate. He has been actively involved in politics since 2021.
Actress Papiya De Adhikari is contesting from Tollygunge on a BJP ticket. She has had a long career spanning films, television, and Jatra theatre.
Known for her devotional music, kirtan singer Aditi Mushi is contesting from Gopalpur Rajarhat under the TMC.
Singer Indranil Sen is contesting from Chandannagar as a TMC candidate, with his popularity expected to influence voters.
Television actress Shreya Pandey is contesting from Maniktala under the TMC banner. She comes from a political family—her father, Sadhan Pande, was a state minister.
Olivia Sarkar is a Senior Content Producer on the Entertainment and Lifestyle desk with 6 years of experience. In 6 years, she worked with ANI, IANS, Zee News. Known for covering trends and engaging storytelling, she covers a wide spectrum of topics including entertainment news, fashion, fitness, health, food, travel, astrology. From major film announcements to industry controversies. Throughout her career, she has interviewed several notable personalities such as Femina Miss India World 2022 Sini Shetty, Miss World 2024 USA contestant Victoria DiSorbo, Miss France 2020 Clémence Botino.Her interview portfolio also includes celebrities like Milind Soman, Tiger Shroff, and Vikrant Massey, along with acclaimed singers Shubha Mudgal and Padma Shri awardee Dr. Jaspinder Narula. Beyond work, Olivia enjoys exploring new food joints, being wanderlust, and writing poetry. You can reach her out on X: @OliviaSarkar11
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