Tamil Nadu election results live: Counting for 234 Assembly seats begins, with attention on Vijay’s TVK and its projected vote share.
Vijay Perambur, Tiruchirappalli East Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Vijay’s TVK has emerged as a major force in Tamil Nadu. However, it has fallen just short of the majority mark in the leads. At 1:30 pm, the TVK is leading in 110 seats, 8 short of the required 118 majority mark. It has also pushed the DMK to third place in several seats, while the AIDMK remains ahead of DMK. These trends suggest a possible shift away from Tamil Nadu’s traditional two-party political system.
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Projections of Vijay winning 8-15 seats: Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is drawing significant attention with the exit polls, predicting its strong debut, even though it remains unclear if this will translate into seats. In parts of urban Tamil Nadu, both party insiders and rivals estimate its vote share could range between 25% and 30%. In smaller towns and rural areas, TVK’s vote share is estimated at 15–25% in some constituencies.
Projections suggest it may win three to eight seats, while more optimistic estimates put the figure above 10–15. Even partial success could mark one of the biggest shifts in Tamil Nadu’s electoral landscape in decades. Senior DMK leader T K S Elangovan on Sunday took a sharp swipe at actor-turned-politician Vijay’s electoral prospects, predicting that his party, TVK, might struggle to win even “four or five seats” in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. “Vijay may believe he is in a position to form the next government, but the ground reality suggests a very different outcome. TVK might struggle to win even four or five seats,” he said.
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May 4, 2026 03:02 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Vijay’s TVK leading in 106 constituencies
Actor-politician Vijay’s TVK leading in 106 constituencies, in second position in 55 seats at 2.35 PM.
May 4, 2026 02:50 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Actor Trisha Krishnan leaves from the residence of TVK chief
Actor Trisha Krishnan leaves from the residence of TVK chief and actor Vijay, in Chennai. TVK is currently leading in 110 seats of the total 234 in the state.
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May 4, 2026 02:43 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK makes gains across regions
Vijay’s TVK is leading in over 100 constituencies of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The party has performed strongly in northern districts such as Chennai, Chengalpattu, Kancheepuram and Thiruvallur, making gains against major parties.
It is also leading in several seats in central and southern regions, including Tiruchirappalli, Thanjavur and Madurai, and has made inroads in delta districts and parts of Salem.
May 4, 2026 01:31 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Actor Trisha reaches TVK chief Vijay’s residence
Actor Trisha reaches TVK chief Vijay’s residence in Chennai. Vijay-led TVK appeared to be inching towards the majority mark of 118 in the 234-seat Tamil Nadu Assembly.
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May 4, 2026 01:26 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK candidate Kanimozhi Santhosh says strong support for Vijay
TVK candidate Kanimozhi Santhosh has expressed confidence of victory in Tamil Nadu, citing a strong emotional connect with party chief Vijay.
Speaking on early trends, she said people feel closely connected to Vijay and called it a “big moment” for him. She added that the trends point towards a clear path to victory for the party.
Responding to DMK leading in some seats in Coimbatore, she asked for patience and said TVK would win all 10 constituencies in the region.
May 4, 2026 01:14 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: It’s a Vijay show all the way!
If actor-turned-politician Vijay’s TVK, which has emerged as the single largest party in early trends in Tamil Nadu and is in striking distance of the halfway mark, manages to hold the lead, it will be a watershed moment not just in Tamil Nadu but Indian politics too, with very few parallels.
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May 4, 2026 12:35 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK chief Vijay’s family members celebrate as early trends suggest majority
TVK chief Vijay’s family members celebrate using ‘whistle’ (party’s poll symbol) as the trend suggests TVK headed towards a simple majority.
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May 4, 2026 12:31 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: AIADMK leaders lead in key seats despite TVK surge
AIADMK is holding its ground in Tamil Nadu even as the new TVK makes gains in several areas.
Party chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami is leading by over 17,000 votes in Edappadi.
Other leaders, including Maragatham Vetrivel in Pappireddipatti and C Vijayabaskar in Viralimalai, are also leading by strong margins.
May 4, 2026 12:26 PM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Several DMK leaders trail after early rounds
M K Stalin was among 14 ministers from the DMK who were trailing after the third round of counting in Tamil Nadu.
Stalin, contesting from Kolathur, was behind by 2,277 votes. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin was trailing by 1,244 votes in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni.
Senior leader Durai Murugan was also trailing in Katpadi. Several other ministers, including P Geetha Jeevan, Ma Subramanian, EV Velu and K N Nehru, were also behind in their seats.
May 4, 2026 11:45 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Vijay’s effect on Tamil Nadu’s 2-party system
Tamil Nadu has long been dominated by the two Dravidian parties, DMK and AIADMK. Only rarely has it been governed by others. Before Dravidian dominance, Congress ruled the state (then called Madras) between 1947 and 1967.
Thereafter, only once has TN come under Congress rule. In 1988-1989, there was a brief period of Congress rule under Janaki Ramachandran (technically the AIADMK faction), followed by President’s Rule. There have also been short periods of President’s Rule, not party governance.
So practically, for over 50 years, Tamil Nadu politics has been a two-party system. Vijay is upsetting this formula by being a third front, and now, leading in the state.
May 4, 2026 11:30 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Vijay leading from Trichy East
After third round of counting, at 11:14 am, TVK chief Vijay is leading ahead of DMK’s Irudayaraj by 5,286 votes.
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May 4, 2026 11:13 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK surges ahead in 101 seats
TVK leads in 101 seats, AIADMK in 67, DMK 37 according to EC.
May 4, 2026 10:51 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK crosses 100-mark
As of 10.37am, TVK has crossed the 100-mark, leaving AIADMK and DMK behind (with 74 and 50 seats respectively).
May 4, 2026 10:33 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK leads in 83 seats, AIADMK in 58, DMK 34
TVK leads in 83 seats, AIADMK in 58, DMK 34 as per Election Commission.
May 4, 2026 10:18 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: BJP trailing in 26 seats in Tamil Nadu
BJP trailing in 26 out of 27 assembly constituencies in TN says Election Commission.
May 4, 2026 10:17 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: CM Stalin, 14 cabinet colleagues trailing
CM Stalin, 14 cabinet colleagues trailing in Tamil Nadu according to EC.
May 4, 2026 10:14 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Security increased at residence of TVK chief
Security increased outside the residence of TVK chief and actor Vijay, in Chennai. Official EC trends show TVK leading on 68 of the total 234 seats in the state; counting is still underway.
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May 4, 2026 10:04 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: CM M K Stalin trailing in Kolathur
CM M K Stalin trailing behind TVK candidate V S Babu in Kolathur constituency, according to EC.
May 4, 2026 10:01 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Vijay’s TVK leads ahead of AIADMK, DMK
Vijay’s TVK leading ahead of AIADMK and DMK and is giving a close fight to both the parties in Tamil Nadu, early trends suggest.
May 4, 2026 09:41 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK surges ahead of AIADMK, DMK in early trends
Early trends show TVK leading ahead of AIADMK and DMK both. The party put DMK-led alliance to the third spot.
May 4, 2026 09:31 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK leads in key seats, pushes AIADMK to third spot
Early trends suggest Vijay’s TVK could emerge as a major force in Tamil Nadu and even replace the AIADMK as the main opposition if trends hold.
TVK is leading in key constituencies like Tiruchi East and Perambur. It has also pushed the AIADMK to third place in several seats, while DMK remains ahead overall.
These trends suggest a possible shift away from Tamil Nadu’s traditional two-party political system.
May 4, 2026 09:28 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK chief leading in Perambur, trailing in Trichy East
Early trends show Vijay leading from Perambur while he continues to trail from his Trichy East seat.
May 4, 2026 09:18 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Early trends show TVK taking lead in Tamil Nadu
Early trends suggest Vijay’s TVK could change Tamil Nadu’s traditional two-party electoral system.
May 4, 2026 09:08 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: DMK leads as TVK pushes AIADMK to third in several seats
DMK is leading the race in several constituencies in Tamil Nadu. TVK has pushed the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam to third place in many seats. Early trends show a shifting contest in parts of the state.
May 4, 2026 09:04 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Uncertainties show evolving political situation
In 2021, the DMK-led alliance won over 45 per cent of the vote and secured a strong majority of 159 seats. Smaller parties with a good vote share did not win many seats. Now, the big question is whether new political energy will turn into real votes. What if the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) converts its support into numbers in key seats? What if constituencies like Perambur become closely contested? There are also questions about whether even strongholds like Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni could face pressure. These uncertainties show a political situation that is still evolving.
May 4, 2026 08:56 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Early trends show DMK ahead in several seats
Initial trends from postal ballot counting in Tamil Nadu suggest that the ruling DMK is on track to retain power under Chief Minister M K Stalin. In many constituencies, the DMK is leading, with the main opposition AIADMK close behind.
The TVK is also leading in some seats, while the NTK, led by Seeman, has yet to show a clear position in the race.
May 4, 2026 08:50 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Vijay trailing in Perambur and Trichy East as counting underway
Actor-turned politician Vijay, whose new party the TVK was projected by some exit polls to upset the DMK and come to power in Tamil Nadu, is trailing in both Perambur and Trichy East as counting of postal notes are being counted.
May 4, 2026 08:45 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Early trends indicate AIADMK runner up
Early trends indicate AIADMK runner-up in several segments, DMK ahead while TVK remains in 3rd slot.
May 4, 2026 08:38 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK leading on 2 seats in Tamil Nadu
TVK gains lead on 2 seats in Tamil Nadu in very early trends. However, DMK-led alliance is maintaining its lead on more than 21 seats whereas AIADMK’s alliance is ahead on 9 seats.
May 4, 2026 08:28 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: DMK leads on 9 seats, AIADMK-alliance on 4 and DMK on one seat
Very early trends show DMK leading on 9 seats, AIADMK-alliance ahead on 4 seats and DMK taking lead on one seat as counting of postal ballots underway.
May 4, 2026 08:25 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Limited campaign, but strategy draws attention
Vijay has tried to fill that space with a different campaign style. He travelled outside Chennai only about 13–14 times and covered a limited number of districts. On most days, he focused on one district, and in several areas, he did not campaign at all. Even in constituencies he is contesting, his physical presence was limited. Despite this, his campaign strategy has drawn attention for being unusual.
May 4, 2026 08:16 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: Very early trends show DMK-led alliance taking edge
DMK leads on four seats in very early trends in Tamil Nadu as the counting of postal ballots begins. AIADMK on two and TVK is leading on one seat.
May 4, 2026 08:11 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: TVK leads on one seat in very early trends in Tamil Nadu
TVK leads on one seat in Tamil Nadu in very early trends as the counting of postal ballots begins while DMK leads on two seats.
May 4, 2026 08:08 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: No strong anti-incumbency force in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is not seeing a strong anti-incumbency wave. The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) still has an advantage due to welfare schemes and strong organisation. The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam remains competitive in some areas and is trying to recover. At the same time, many voters seem to want a new face and a leader who is not linked to past politics.
May 4, 2026 08:06 AM IST
Vijay Thalapathy Perambur election results LIVE updates: 240 extra halls set up for counting of votes
Officials have set up 240 extra halls for counting postal ballots and ETPBs, with 3,324 tables to count votes. Counting will be carried out by Returning Officers and Assistant Returning Officers, with 10,545 staff and 4,624 micro-observers deployed. Around one lakh police personnel will handle security.
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