Overview

• Vijay, founder of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), hosted an Iftar event at the YMCA grounds in Chennai during the holy month of Ramzan.
• The actor-turned-politician wore a skullcap, participated in Islamic prayers, and reportedly observed a full day of fasting before hosting the feast.
• The event was attended by nearly 3,000 people, including imams from 15 local mosques, as part of Vijay’s outreach efforts to promote harmony and inclusivity.
• The gesture received mixed reactions online, with some praising Vijay for fostering unity and others criticizing it as political appeasement.
• Vijay, who is transitioning fully into politics, has announced plans to contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections independently, marking a shift from his film career.