Old Photo of TVK Chief Thalapathy Vijay With PM Narendra Modi Goes Viral Amid Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026
An old 2014 photo of TVK chief Thalapathy Vijay and PM Narendra Modi has resurfaced online as the TVK leads in over 100 seats during the 2026 Tamil Nadu election results. While the decade-old image has sparked speculation regarding potential political alliances, the fledgling party continues to challenge established Dravidian giants with a significant lead in early trends.
As counting for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections progresses, an old photograph of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Thalapathy Vijay with Prime Minister Narendra Modi has resurfaced and gone viral across social media platforms. The image, originally taken during a 2014 meeting in Coimbatore, is being widely circulated as early trends show Vijay’s fledgling party leading in over 100 constituencies, signalling a potential shift in the state’s long-standing Dravidian political landscape. Tamil Nadu Election Result 2026: Vijay’s Net Worth, Wife Sangeetha and Family Background of the TVK Chief.
Social Media Surge Amid TVK Lead
The resurgence of the decade-old photo coincides with TVK’s unexpected performance in the 2026 polls. According to the latest data from the Election Commission of India (ECI), the TVK is currently the single largest party, leading in 104 out of 234 seats.
Social media users have been sharing the image to speculate on future political alignments, despite the TVK’s official stance of maintaining an independent identity. The viral trend has sparked intense debate among supporters of the DMK, AIADMK, and BJP regarding the influence of national leaders on the state's debutant powerhouse.
Thalapathy Vijay and Narendra Modi's Viral Photo
The photograph dates back to April 16, 2014, when Narendra Modi, then the Chief Ministerial candidate for the BJP, met Vijay during an election campaign in Coimbatore. At the time, the meeting was described by the actor’s representatives as a "non-political" courtesy call.
During that interaction, Vijay had reportedly expressed appreciation for the development work in Gujarat. While the meeting caused a stir even in 2014, it remained a standalone event as Vijay did not enter active politics for another decade, officially launching TVK ahead of the 2026 state elections.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Thalapathy Vijays Photo from 2014
A Tectonic Shift in Tamil Nadu Politics
The 2026 election results reflect a major departure from the traditional DMK-AIADMK rivalry. Early trends indicate TVK: Leading in 104 seats, including Perambur and Tiruchi East, where Vijay is contesting. AIADMK+: Leading in 68 seats. DMK-led Alliance: Trailing with leads in 54 seats.
Notably, Chief Minister MK Stalin is currently trailing in his home constituency of Kolathur against TVK candidate VS Babu. The 85.1% voter turnout recorded on April 23 appears to have favoured the new entrant, with the "Vijay wave" impacting established bastions across the state.
Official Stance on Alliances
While the viral photo has fueled rumours of a post-poll "understanding" between the TVK and the BJP, the TVK leadership has yet to issue a formal statement on potential coalitions. Throughout the campaign, Vijay emphasised a "Tamil-first" ideology, distancing his party from both the ruling DMK and national parties. Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026: Birthday Girl Trisha Krishnan Reached Thalapathy Vijay’s Residence As TVK Leads (Watch Video).
As the final tallies are expected by late evening, the viral image serves as a reminder of the complex intersections between cinema and politics in Tamil Nadu, where a single photograph can reignite national narratives during a local power shift.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on May 04, 2026 02:09 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).