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The entry of actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam adds a new dimension to the traditional two-party contest in Tamil Nadu. The Tamil Nadu Assembly elections took place on April 23, 2026, with counting beginning on May 4, 2026.

Key statistics:

• The total voter turnout reached 85.1% with 4.8 crore votes polled.
• Approximately 1.25 lakh security personnel were deployed for the counting process.
• Exit polls predicted DMK+ to secure between 92-110 seats, TVK between 98-120 seats, and AIADMK+ between 22-32 seats.

The DMK aims for a second consecutive term while the AIADMK is allied with the BJP for this election. The primary contest remains between Chief Minister MK Stalin-led DMK and the AIADMK-BJP alliance.

Vijay’s TVK is a notable newcomer, stirring interest among voters. The question arises: will he become the king or kingmaker in Tamil Nadu?

High turnout historically influences results in this state, making it essential to analyze the trends from this election. The DMK is banking on governance and welfare schemes to retain power, while the opposition alliance seeks to consolidate anti-incumbency votes.

The Phalodi Satta Bazar predicted that DMK could secure around 141-144 seats, building on its previous success of 133 seats in the 2021 Assembly elections. The final results will clarify these predictions on May 4, 2026.