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Thalapathy Vijay Oath Ceremony Live Updates: Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay has now become the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the state today at the Nehru Stadium in Chennai after his party, TVK, proved its majority.
Since the announcement of the election results in Tamil Nadu, suspense had prevailed regarding the name of the Chief Minister. However, following the support extended by the VCK and the IUML, Thalapathy Vijay’s party—the TVK—is now poised to form the government. Vijay is set to take the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu today at 10:00 AM.
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, will also attend Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony. Additionally, in accordance with protocol, an invitation to the ceremony has been extended to Tamil Nadu’s outgoing Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin.
Thalapathy Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to take place on May 10 at 10:00 AM at the Nehru Stadium in Chennai. It is worth noting that Vijay was originally scheduled to take the oath at 3:45 PM; however, his astrologer advised him to take the oath at 10:00 AM instead.
On May 9, Vijay met with the Governor of Tamil Nadu at the Lok Bhavan and submitted a letter informing him of his election as the leader of the TVK. Subsequently, the Governor of Tamil Nadu appointed Vijay as the Chief Minister and invited him to form the government. The Governor has directed Vijay to seek a vote of confidence in the Legislative Assembly on or before May 13, 2026.
Speaking to the media regarding his son Vijay becoming the Chief Minister, his father—director S.A. Chandrasekhar—stated, “I am happy. I am very happy. Everything I do, I do solely for my son. Ultimately, through Vijay, the Tamil people have achieved success.”
Stay tuned to this page for all the latest updates regarding the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s oath-taking ceremony.
Tamil Nadu CM Oath Ceremony Live: These 9 MLAs Set to Become Ministers
According to the posters (placards) displayed on the stage, the names of the leaders who will be taking the oath in Vijay’s new government have been revealed. The leaders who will be sworn in as ministers alongside Vijay include Thiru N. Anand, CTR Nirmal Kumar, Arun Raj, and Adhav Arjuna. In addition to these individuals, Keerthana, Rajmohan, Venkataramanan, and Sengottaiyan will also become part of the cabinet.
(Input: Anagha)
11:08 AM
Tamil Nadu CM Swearing-In: Vijay Makes Major Announcement Immediately Upon Becoming Chief Minister
Immediately upon assuming office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay announced 200 units of free electricity for the general public. He also signed the file authorizing the creation of a special force dedicated to women’s safety. In his inaugural speech, CM Vijay stated that he does not hail from any royal lineage; rather, the people welcomed him and embraced him as their own.
10:51 AM
Thalapathy Vijay CM: Sri Lankan President Congratulates Vijay
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has congratulated Vijay on taking the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Writing on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), he stated: “Congratulations to C. Joseph Vijay on taking the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu are bound together by history, culture, enterprise, and enduring people-to-people ties spanning generations. Our future is replete with immense economic promise and opportunities as Sri Lanka and India continue to forge closer ties and a stronger partnership. I look forward to working together towards greater prosperity and progress within the framework of the robust India-Sri Lanka partnership. The people of Sri Lanka join me in wishing you and the people of Tamil Nadu every success.”
10:44 AM
Thalapathy Vijay Swearing-In: S. Keerthana Becomes Youngest Minister
S. Keerthana also took the oath of office as a minister. At 29 years of age, Keerthana is the youngest minister in the TVK government. She won the election from the Sivakasi constituency in Tamil Nadu.
10:37 AM
Tamil Nadu CM Oath Ceremony Live: T.K. Prabhu Also Takes Oath as Minister
Dr. T.K. Prabhu has also become a minister in the TVK government. Prabhu, the MLA representing the Karaikudi constituency, is a dentist by profession. This marks his first term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly.
10:35 AM
Thalapathy Vijay Swearing-In: Tamil Actor-Director Also Becomes Minister
Tamil actor and director Rajmohan also took the oath of office as a minister. He serves as the Propaganda Secretary of the TVK and is the newly elected MLA from the Egmore constituency.
10:34 AM
Tamil Nadu New CM Oath: R. Nirmal Kumar Also Becomes a Minister
R. Nirmal Kumar also took the oath of office as a minister. He has previously served as the Chief of Social Media for the BJP in Tamil Nadu. Nirmal Kumar, the newly elected MLA from the Thiruparankundram constituency, was once a member of the AIADMK as well.
10:32 AM
Tamil Nadu CM Oath Ceremony: Vijay’s Former Manager Takes Oath as Minister
P. Venkataramanan, the newly elected MLA from Mylapore, also took the oath of office as a minister. He has been associated with Vijay for a long time; in the year 2000, he served as Vijay’s manager.
10:30 AM
Tamil Nadu New CM Oath: Sengottaiyan Also Takes Oath as Minister
K.A. Sengottaiyan, the newly elected MLA from the Gobichettipalayam constituency, also took the oath of office as a minister. A nine-time MLA, Sengottaiyan was associated with the AIADMK for a long period prior to joining the TVK.
10:27 AM
Thalapathy Vijay CM Oath: Arun Raj Also Takes Oath as Minister
K.G. Arun Raj, the General Secretary of the TVK, also took the oath of office as a minister. Arun, the newly elected MLA from the Tiruchengode constituency, is a former IRS officer.
10:25 AM
Tamil Nadu CM Oath Ceremony: Adhav Arjun Also Takes Oath
TVK leader and chief strategist Adhav Arjun also took the oath of office as a minister. He is the MLA from the Villivakkam constituency and has previously served as the General Secretary of the VCK.
10:23 AM
Vijay Tamil Nadu CM: Thiru N. Anand Takes Oath as Minister
Thiru N. Anand took the oath of office as a minister. He is the MLA from the Thyagaraya constituency; additionally, Anand serves as both the General Secretary and Spokesperson for the TVK. 10:21 AM
Tamil Nadu New CM Oath: Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu CM
Vijay has taken the oath of office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu; with this, the reins of the state have passed into his hands starting today.
10:12 AM
Thalapathy Vijay CM: Vijay Seated on Stage with Rahul Gandhi
Thalapathy Vijay has arrived on the stage to take the oath as Chief Minister. During this time, he was seen seated alongside Rahul Gandhi. The two leaders were observed engaging in conversation with each other.
10:02 AM
Tamil Nadu CM Oath Ceremony: Tamil Nadu Governor Arrives to Administer Oath
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has arrived at Nehru Stadium to administer the oath of office as Chief Minister to Vijay. Vijay welcomed him by draping a shawl over his shoulders.
9:22 AM
Thalapathy Vijay CM: Rahul Gandhi Arrives at Nehru Stadium
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, has arrived at the Nehru Stadium in Chennai, where he will attend Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony. Congress leaders welcomed him upon his arrival.
9:16 AM
Vijay Tamil Nadu CM: Trisha Arrives in a South Indian Look
Actress Trisha Krishnan arrived in a traditional South Indian look for Vijay’s CM swearing-in ceremony. Clad in a silk saree, with a gajra (floral garland) in her hair and a bindi on her forehead, the actress looked absolutely charming.
