Quick Info
| Profession | Politician, actor, singer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/06/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India |
Latest News about C. Joseph Vijay
11/09/2026
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam was officially recognised as a registered political party in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Vijay announced the recognition publicly as party president, marking an organisational milestone for the party.
10/05/2026
C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the ninth Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, emerged as the single largest party in the 2026 assembly election. The party formed a governing arrangement with support from allied parties, ending uncertainty after the vote count.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar |
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| Popular Name | Vijay |
| Also Known As | Thalapathy |
| Current Position | Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Loyola College, Madras |
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| Status | Dropped out |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Sangeetha Sornalingam |
| Marriage Date | 25/08/1999 |
| Children | 2 |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Sangeetha Sornalingam |
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Family
| Father | S. A. Chandrasekhar |
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| Mother | Shoba Chandrasekhar |
Career
| Occupation | Actor, singer, politician |
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| Political Party | Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam |
| Political Role | Founder and president |
| Film Industry | Tamil cinema |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was one of the highest-paid actors in Tamil cinema. | |
| 2. He was popularly referred to as Thalapathy by fans and media. | |
| 3. He retired from cinema and entered politics formally in 2024. | |
| 4. He is the ninth Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and assumed office in May 2026. |