TN CM Vijay meets rapper Arivu following Chennai Police detention at NEET protest
Updated On: 22 July, 2026 01:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met rapper Arivu after the latter was detained by Chennai Police during a protest against the alleged NEET paper leak. Their meeting sparked discussion online, with many viewing it as a gesture of solidarity with student protesters

Vijay and Arivu (Pictures via X)
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay met rapper Arivu after the musician was briefly detained by Chennai Police during a protest against the alleged NEET paper leak. The meeting came shortly after Arivu's release and has drawn attention, with many viewing it as a gesture of support for the artist and the larger student-led movement.
Vijay meets Arivu after he gets detained
Arivu, known for using music as a platform to address social and political issues, had joined demonstrators protesting against the NEET controversy and demanding greater accountability. According to reports, police detained him along with several protesters during the demonstration in Chennai. He was later released after completing the required legal formalities.


