Thalapathy Vijay is set to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on May 10, making a historic debut in politics. His party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), clinched key support to cross the magic 118 majority mark in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, ending days of uncertainty over government formation in the state. Following his massive win, his cousin brother, actor Vikranth Santhosh, spoke exclusively to Zoom and expressed confidence in his “anna’s” new role, calling it a proud moment for the family.

Expressing happiness overVijay’snew role, Vikranth said, “Words aren't enough to say how proud we are of him as a family. We are elated about the love people have given him. For the last 35 years, people have been showing so much love on him, and I am sure they will continue to do so. I am confident that he will work towards the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu. All of Tamil Nadu prays for him.”

Childhood pics of Thalapathy Vijay with his cousin Vikranth Santosh

Asked about his fondest memory of growing up with Thalapathy Vijay, he said, “Our childhood was good, but when Anna entered films and tasted success he began seeing the love people have for him...it is that moment that he decided he will give it back to them.”

Thalapathy Vijay with his cousin Vikranth Santosh

After voting in April, Vikranth also openly showed support for his cousin Vijay by posting a picture of a yellow whistle with the message 'whistle podu' written on it. The whistle is not only a reference to a popular song from The GOAT, but also TVK’s election symbol. As soon as Vijay’s TVK took the lead, he shared the news on his Instagram stories with fire emojis. He also re-posted a picture of the actor-politician dressed in his white shirt and tan trousers 'uniform' with 'Vijay wave' written on it, originally posted by his wife, actor Maanasa.

Vikranth is Thalapathy Vijay's cousin

Vikranth’s mother Sheela acted in Pandian Stores (2018), and his brother Sanjeev is an actor-filmmaker. He married Maanasa in 2009, and the couple has two sons born in 2010 and 2016. Vikranth made his lead debut with Karka Kasadara (2005). He was last seen in Bun Butter Jam, Madharaasi, Lal Salaam, and the Kannada film Mark in 2025. This year, he also starred in the JioHotstar web series LBW: Love Beyond Wicket.

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