Political Earthquake in Tamil Nadu: Vijay’s TVK Breaks Duopoly, Seeks Allies to Claim CM Chair

amil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live Updates: The TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, falling short of the majority mark of 118.

6 May 2026 by

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Actor-turned-politician Vijay, who made a blockbuster debut in politics by breaking the DMK and AIADMK's traditional duopoly, is likely to form a government as early as May 7, sources said. The TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, falling short of the majority mark of 118.

The Numbers: Close, Yet a Coalition Away

In the assembly that has 234 members you need 118 seats to form a government.

TVK has 108 seats. It is like they have 107 seats because Vijay will give up one of his seats. He won two seats, Trichy East and Perambur so he will keep Perambur.

DMK has 59 seats.

AIADMK has 47 seats.

The Congress party has 5 seats.

The political fallout has been fast.

The DMK has strongly criticised Congress for supporting TVK. They say Congress has let the INDIA group down. The DMK also says that Congresss support does not automatically make TVK a winner.

* This issue has revealed differences within the opposition group.

* It also shows how quickly Tamil Nadus usual two-party system has changed because of Vijays entry.

For Vijay and TVK the day or so will be very important. It will decide if they win outright or have to form a coalition. What started as a win, in the election is now a critical political talk. Every seat and every ally matters a lot in Chennais changing politics.

TVK Reaches Out to AIADMK and Other Allies

TVK has made a move in politics. They have reached out to the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam also known as AIADMK for their support. At the time TVK is also getting help from the Indian National Congress and some smaller parties. This could help TVK get closer to forming the government in Tamil Nadu.

Things can change fast in politics. The other day some parties were not getting along but now they are working together because they want to be in power.

DMK Reacts: Alliance Tensions Rise

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam or DMK is not happy about this. They are upset with the Indian National Congress for supporting TVK. The DMK thinks this is not fair to their alliance.

This is causing some problems within the groups of parties that work together. It is also making the election results more interesting.

Can Vijay Become the Next Chief Minister?

People are wondering if Vijay will become the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. This is a question. TVK is talking to parties to get their support.

If TVK gets support it could be a big change for the state. If not Tamil Nadu might have a government with parties working together.. There could be more talks between parties in the coming days.

Tamil Nadu Politics Enters a New Era

One thing is for sure. Politics in Tamil Nadu is changing. The big parties that used to be in charge are not as strong as they used to be. TVK is bringing energy to the scene and it is not clear what will happen next.

The next few days will be very important, in deciding who will lead the state. TVK and the other parties are all waiting to see what happens. The people of Tamil Nadu are also waiting to see who their next leader will be.