Actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay, is making his electoral debut this year with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
(TVK). In his election affidavit, Vijay has declared movable assets worth ₹404.58 crore and immovable assets worth ₹220.15 crore. One of the richest actors, he owns an impressive collection of luxury vehicles. According to reports, his fleet of luxury cars includes a BMW i7, a Toyota Lexus 350, a Toyota Vellfire, and a BMW 530. He has also previously owned a Rolls Royce Ghost, valued at around ₹8 crore. Over the years, Vijay has built a strong reputation as one of the most prominent actors in the Tamil film industry. Between 2017 and 2019, he was featured in Forbes magazine’s Celebrity 100 list, which recognises the most influential and highest-earning Indian celebrities. According to GQ, he owns a sea-facing luxury bungalow that is said to have been inspired by Tom Cruise’s beach house. The property is located on Casuarina Drive Street in Neelankarai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, one of the city’s most upscale neighbourhoods. As reported by squareyards.com and cited by GQ, the residence features modern architecture with a pristine white exterior. His sea facing mansion according to various reports includes six bedrooms, a Zen courtyard, and a home automation system, reflecting a blend of comfort and contemporary design. While not much is known about his favourite destinations, he is often seen taking small breaks between shooting schedules. His travel destinations have included countries such as Norway, Dubai, Malaysia, and London. Vijay is mostly see to prefer simple dishes and food rooted in his upbringing. The actor and politician loves traditional South Indian home-style meals. He prefers to have idlis and dosas for breakfast. He is also said to occasionally indulge in biryani prepared by his personal chef. When dining out, he is known to visit Peshawri at ITC Grand Chola in Chennai. In terms of style, Vijay is often seen in shirts paired with jeans or trousers. He has also been spotted wearing Italian handcrafted sandals and shoes. His personal style is what one can describe as "stealth wealth" or "quiet luxury."
