Chennai: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reportedly offered the post of Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu to actor-politician Vijay if the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secures victory in the upcoming state Assembly elections, India Today reported.
As part of the proposed seat-sharing arrangement, the BJP has also offered around 80 Assembly constituencies to Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Sources said discussions between the two sides have reached the final stages as the election approaches.
If the alliance materialises, it could significantly alter the electoral dynamics in Tamil Nadu, where even small shifts in vote share have historically influenced closely fought constituencies. However, negotiations are still ongoing, with Vijay reportedly aiming for the Chief Minister’s post, which remains a key issue in the talks.
The BJP has been actively trying to bring Vijay and his party under the NDA umbrella since his entry into active politics. Party leaders have reportedly used multiple channels to establish communication with the TVK chief in an effort to finalise an alliance.
According to sources, one of the channels being explored involves the participation of a Deputy Chief Minister from another state who is believed to be acting as a negotiator in the outreach process.
The BJP’s interest in Vijay is largely driven by his massive fan base across Tamil Nadu. Party strategists believe that even a small share of his support could prove decisive in the Assembly elections. Leaders point out that in the state’s electoral history, narrow winning margins are common, and even a two per cent shift in votes can significantly influence the outcome in several constituencies.