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On May 10, 2026, actor-entrepreneur-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay caused a stir and was making headlines after breaking out of his script when he undertook his role as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu.

On taking the oath at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai, Vijay broke into an emotional speech on social justice, people's welfare, and the issues at hand. The Tamil Nadu Governor interceded and told him to adhere to the normal procedure by finishing the formalities first.

After the official segment, Vijay respectfully paused and later delivered his speech with a smile. The incident took to social media with the fans raving about his passion and the critics remarking it had been an invasion of the decorum. Several political commentators have considered it the hallmark of Vijay's "people-oriented" and "unconventional" approach to leadership.

The moment was “Vijay as Vijay”—"Vijay being Vijay," said senior TVK leaders, who were referring to Vijay's honesty and kinship with the masses. This has been itching the headlines and the minds of political pros and new-age leaders nationwide in Tamil Nadu.