Kamal Haasan reacts to Vijay’s political victory: 'He shouldn't be looked as cinema actor'
Updated On: 13 May, 2026 05:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Kamal Haasan congratulated Vijay on becoming Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and said he should no longer be viewed only as a cinema actor. He also praised the new government’s decision to shut 717 TASMAC liquor shops across the state
Kamal Haasan on Vijay (Pic/ Instagram, PTI)
C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday (May 10). His victory has been hailed by several film stars, who termed his win historic. After becoming the CM, Vijay announced the decision to shut more than 700 TASMAC liquor outlets in the state. His decision was supported by Kamal Haasan, who has now stated that he should no longer be looked at as a cinema actor.
Kamal Haasan on Vijay’s win
Speaking to reporters outside Chennai airport, Haasan praised Vijay and said, “Vijay should no longer be looked at as a cinema actor. He has other responsibilities. A chief minister could come from any walk of life. I am proud that he has come from the film industry.”
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