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Samantha hails CM Vijay: 'He is my lucky charm'
23 Oct
Summary
- Samantha called CM Vijay her lucky charm, citing three hit films.
- She praised Vijay's transition from peak film career to politics.
- Vijay launched his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, in 2024.
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has enthusiastically praised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, calling him her "lucky charm." During an episode of 'Celebrity MasterChef Tamil,' she recalled their collaboration on three blockbuster films, 'Kaththi' (2014), 'Theri' (2016), and 'Mersal' (2017), all of which achieved significant box office success.
Prabhu lauded Vijay's personal and professional journey, stating, "He is an inspiration as a person." She specifically commended his decision to step away from cinema at the height of his career to focus on governance and public service, calling it a difficult yet timely choice.
Vijay, who started as a child actor in 1984, transitioned to lead roles and achieved major commercial success. He announced his political entry in 2024, founding the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party. His party became the first non-Dravidian outfit to win power in Tamil Nadu, with Vijay taking office as chief minister in May this year.
