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Inside Kamal Haasan’s 6 demands to TN CM Vijay: From ending a 4% tax to state-owned OTT platform | Tamil News

Inside Kamal Haasan’s 6 demands to TN CM Vijay: From ending a 4% tax to state-owned OTT platform | Tamil News

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3 min readChennaiMay 17, 2026 02:43 PM IST Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and submitted a memorandum to him with six demands for the Tamil film industry, including to launch a state-owned OTT platform. Haasan’s party, the Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM), an ally of the DMK, did not contest the April, 23, 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. In a post on ‘X’, the MNM leader explained in detail the list of demands he had submitted to the CM during his meeting on late Saturday. “I request the Tamil Nadu government to launch a state-owned OTT platform where Tamil audiences could access Tamil cinema, independent film and documentaries at affordable and subsidised rates,” he said. In his second demand, he said, in view of rising production, distribution, and theatre operating costs, “I request the abolition of local body entertainment tax levied at 4 per cent. This will greatly help the Tamil film industry”. My two requests: https://t.co/rP4bIo4Hzi pic.twitter.com/u6ywdmd5S1 — Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) May 16, 2026 மாண்புமிகு தமிழ்நாடு முதலமைச்சர், தம்பி விஜய் …

‘Rajinikanth is not a cheap person’: Thalaivar denies trying to stop Vijay from becoming Tamil Nadu CM | Tamil News

‘Rajinikanth is not a cheap person’: Thalaivar denies trying to stop Vijay from becoming Tamil Nadu CM | Tamil News

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Tearing into criticisms against him for meeting former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin after the results of the Assembly polls were out, ‘Superstar’ Rajinikanth also offered clarification on allegations that he did not properly congratulate the incumbent Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and shied away from a journalist’s question on the same. Speaking to the media on Sunday, he further emphasised that it was wrong to say that he is “jealous” of Vijay. “After the election results, I met Stalin. That drew some criticism. Stalin has been my friend for 38-40 years. Our friendship is beyond politics. In a democracy, winning and losing are common. Still, I felt a little bad that Stalin lost in Kolathur. So I met him as a friend. For that, some people said that ‘Rajinikanth went there to discuss how to prevent Vijay from becoming the CM.’ In such a situation, I can only say that ‘Rajinikanth is not such a cheap person.’ This should be very clear,” ‘Thalaivar’ said. Must Read | Madhavan says he refused son Vedaant’s …

Anti-piracy team, 8-week OTT window: Kamal Haasan lists 6 requests for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay on behalf of film industry

Anti-piracy team, 8-week OTT window: Kamal Haasan lists 6 requests for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay on behalf of film industry

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Actor Kamal Haasan took to his X account on Saturday to share a pair of pictures from his most recent visit with Vijay after he became the Tamil Nadu CM. Kamal stated in his X account that he has submitted 6 demands for the support needed in the Tamil film industry. A few hours later, Kamal has shared the demands in an official statement. Kamal Haasan met Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Vijay on Saturday. Here are the requests: Launch of Tamil Nadu government OTT platform: Where Tamil audience can access Tamil cinema, independent films and documentaries, at affordable and subsidised rates. Abolition of local body entertainment tax levied at 4%. Formation of a strong anti-piracy team: Creation of anti-piracy enforcement team within the Tamil Nadu Police Cyber Crime Department. Permission for 5 shows per day for all films in Tamil Nadu. This will improve theatre revenues and support the recovery of the film exhibition sector. Mandatory 8 week OTT window for all films released in Tamil Nadu. To introduce a film production incentive scheme …

‘CM Vijay a matter of pride,’ says Kamal Haasan a day after Rajinikanth refused comment | Tamil News

‘CM Vijay a matter of pride,’ says Kamal Haasan a day after Rajinikanth refused comment | Tamil News

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4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 13, 2026 05:40 PM IST Vijay has stepped into the role of the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and his colleagues from the film industry are cheering him on as he takes on the new responsibilities. On Wednesday, actor Kamal Haasan was spotted at the Chennai airport, and as the actor tried to make his way in, he was asked about Vijay’s new role. Kamal did not hesitate to extend his support to Vijay and applauded his order to close 717 liquor shops. Kamal said, as shared by ANI, “My congratulations to the new government of Tamil Nadu. The closure of 717 liquor shops is a welcome move. It has been discussed for a long time and has now been implemented. It is appreciable.” Kamal then added that now, Vijay is not just a film star, and has many other responsibilities. He pointed out that Vijay’s win proves that anyone can join politics from any field. “We should not just see Vijay as a film star. He has other responsibilities …

Vijay, the second debutant Legislator, to be sworn in TN CM since 1967

Vijay, the second debutant Legislator, to be sworn in TN CM since 1967

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Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay takes oath as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister during the swearing-in ceremony, at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Chennai, on May 9, 2026. Photo: B. Jothi Ramalingam Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam founder and actor C. Joseph Vijay on Sunday (May 10, 2026) became the second debutant Legislator to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu since 1967. He is also the first member of a minority religious denomination (Christian) to occupy the top post in the State. In September 2001, O. Panneerselvam was sworn in as Chief Minister in his first term as legislator after the Supreme Court unseated Jayalalithaa from the office of Chief Ministership on account of her disqualification to be a legislator due to conviction in the TANSI land deal cases. Mr. Panneerselvam, now a DMK legislator, was at that time the Revenue Minister. He had previously served as Municipality Chairman. However, the key difference in Mr. Vijay’s case is that he faced his debut election as the Chief Ministerial face of the …

CSK asks fans to avoid political messages in IPL game on the day Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

CSK asks fans to avoid political messages in IPL game on the day Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

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2 min readUpdated: May 10, 2026 11:40 AM IST Chennai Super Kings have asked fans to “avoid bringing banners, flags or hoardings associated with any political party/person” to the Chepauk Stadium as they host the Lucknow Super Giants in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday. The match is set to start at 3.30pm IST, just hours after the swearing-in of Tamil Nadu’s new Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. “Come celebrate cricket and the spirit of the game with us. Anbuden request our superfans to avoid bringing banners, flags or hoardings associated with any political party/person and enjoy the game with full yellove,” CSK wrote in a post that they made on their social media handles early on Sunday. A special note for the fans coming to Anbuden tomorrow! 💛#AllYouNeedIsYellove pic.twitter.com/ZsT9r2Mtz7 — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 9, 2026 Vijay, one of the most popular actors in the country, caused a major upset in the recent assembly elections as his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) won 108 seats. He secured support from Congress, CPI, …

Vijay used ‘TN CM 2026’ number plate in 2024 film GOAT; fans hail his peak detailing: ‘He manifested it’

Vijay used ‘TN CM 2026’ number plate in 2024 film GOAT; fans hail his peak detailing: ‘He manifested it’

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Actor Vijay has turned the entire political landscape in Tamil Nadu upside down. Contesting just his first elections with his newly-formed party, TVK, Vijay secured a big win, winning 108 of the 234 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. TVK is the single-largest party, upstaging established stalwarts like the DMK and AIADMK, and even beating sitting ministers in ‘safe’ constituencies. This has led to speculation that even though TVK has not crossed the majority mark of 118, Vijay will soon take oath as the next chief minister of Tamil Nadu. And fans have noticed that the superstar predicted this over two years ago. Actor Vijay is the frontrunner to become the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. When Vijay manifested being the ‘TN CM’ While Vijay formed the TVK (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam) only in 2024, he had expressed aspirations to enter politics long before. By the time the party was formed, he had indicated his intention to quit films and take the political plunge. It was around this time that his films began to include …

BTS clip shows Pooja Hegde predicting Vijay’s win in TN polls during Jana Nayagan shoot: ‘Called it before it happened’ | Tamil News

BTS clip shows Pooja Hegde predicting Vijay’s win in TN polls during Jana Nayagan shoot: ‘Called it before it happened’ | Tamil News

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3 min readKochiMay 5, 2026 08:06 PM IST As Tamil superstar Vijay gears up to take over as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, his colleagues and well-wishers in the film industry are elated and showering him with praise. From Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Mammootty, and Shiva Rajkumar to Nayanthara, AR Rahman, Mahesh Babu, Suriya, Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna, Silambarasan, Ram Charan, Kajal Aggarwal, and Vikram, many have stepped forward over the past few hours to congratulate Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for securing a landslide victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026. Don’t Miss | Vijay’s schoolteacher recalls an ‘obedient, honest and helpful’ boy as he gears up to be Tamil Nadu CM Meanwhile, actor Pooja Hegde — who shared the screen with Vijay in director Nelson Dilipkumar’s Beast (2022) and H Vinoth’s unreleased Jana Nayagan, which was supposed to mark the actor’s swansong before his full-fledged political entry — recently posted a special message for Vijay, hinting that she was certain of his political victory significantly in advance. Who will win the …

BJP-led central govt seeks to centralise authority, erode state rights: TN CM Stalin | Latest News India

BJP-led central govt seeks to centralise authority, erode state rights: TN CM Stalin | Latest News India

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The Bharatiya Janata Party-led government at the Centre seeks to centralise authority and erode the rights of states in education, finance, taxation and administrative powers, said Tamil Nadu’s chief minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president M K Stalin in an interview. He claimed that the BJP was consistently using Governors to interfere in the affairs of the opposition ruled states and that a delimitation exercise based on population is aimed at marginalising the South. Edited excerpts: MK Stalin says that his party harbours no personal animosity towards individuals such as the Governor or the Prime Minister. (File PTI photo) What is the political significance of your legal victory in the Supreme Court (SC) against Tamil Nadu governor R N Ravi, which also set timelines for governors across the country and the President of India to act on bills of states? This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court marks a defining moment in the constitutional battle for the rights of states. The Court has unequivocally affirmed that the authority of the legislature—composed of the government …

Opposition states pass resolution at delimitation meet: Freeze Lok Sabha seats for another 25 years | Chennai News

Opposition states pass resolution at delimitation meet: Freeze Lok Sabha seats for another 25 years | Chennai News

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DESCRIBING as “unclear and confusing” the promise of Union Home Minister Amit Shah that southern states will not lose a single seat in the Lok Sabha on a pro rata basis after delimitation, a Joint Action Committee for Fair Delimitation (JAC) led by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin passed a resolution demanding that the “freeze on Parliamentary constituencies based on 1971 Census Population should be extended by another 25 years”. The gathering of at least four CMs (Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala and Punjab), Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, and senior political leaders from multiple states including Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, raised a unified voice against the proposed delimitation process, arguing it would disproportionately benefit the northern, Hindi-speaking states at the expense of the south and some other regions. “This is not just about numbers; this is about our power, our rights, and our future,” Stalin said as he opened the meeting, setting the tone for the day’s deliberations. He warned that the proposed population-based delimitation would punish states that have implemented successful welfare and population …