While Thalapathy Vijay is enjoying his smashing entry into politics, it has now been reported that his rumoured girlfriend, actress Trisha Krishnan, is also likely to join his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
(TVK). If a latest report by News24 is to be believed, TVK leaders are keen for Trisha to join the party and contest by-elections from the Tiruchirappalli East constituency in Tamil Nadu.
It should be noted that Vijay has won two constituencies, Perambur in Chennai and Tiruchirappalli East in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. As per the laws, he cannot keep both seats. Therefore, he must resign from one within 14 days. Following this, a bypoll election will be announced in the seat he will vacate.
Reportedly, Vijay and his party members are keen for him to retain Perambur since his victory margin there is almost double, and the constituency is also closer to the state secretariat. This means that Vijay is likely to resign from the Tiruchirappalli East seat.
Reportedly, Vijay and TVK leaders are now trying to convince Trisha Krishnan to contest from the seat. However, since Trisha has no political background, she is not very keen on entering politics.
Vijay Wins, What’s Next?
Vijay’s political debut has received an overwhelming response. His party has emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly. However, it remains 10 seats short of the majority mark of 118. This means that in order to form a government, it is crucial for TVK to form an alliance.
While some reports suggest that TVK might join hands with the DMK, which won 59 seats, others claim that an alliance with AIADMK (47 seats) might also be possible.
Reportedly, Vijay has also written to the state governor, Rajendra Arlekar, seeking an invitation to form the government.
Several media reports also claim that Vijay is likely to take the oath as the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 7. However, there is no official confirmation regarding this as of now.
