Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Vijay Flags Ajith’s Silverstone Race as Trisha Attends
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay visited a car race at Silverstone in the United Kingdom.
He was there during an official trip connected to attracting investment and studying sports facilities.
Actor Ajith Kumar was competing in the Michelin Le Mans Cup.
Vijay waved the green flag to start the race.
He also ran to Ajith and gave him a friendly hug.
Videos of the meeting spread widely online.
Actress Trisha Krishnan also attended the event while she was in London for a film shoot.
Fans paid special attention because of old rumours about Trisha and Vijay.
Neither actor has confirmed that they are in a relationship.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor C Joseph Vijay attended the Michelin Le Mans Cup at Silverstone during an official UK visit.
Vijay waved the ceremonial green flag for the 44-car grid and watched actor-racer Ajith Kumar compete in the LMP3 Pro/Am category.
Vijay ran toward Ajith and hugged him before the race in a moment widely shared online.
Trisha Krishnan was seen arriving at Silverstone and watching the race near Vijay and Minister Aadhav Arjuna.
Trisha’s appearance renewed long-running relationship speculation involving her and Vijay, although neither has confirmed the rumours.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor C Joseph Vijay, actor-racer Ajith Kumar, actress Trisha Krishnan, Minister Aadhav Arjuna, and actress Radhika Sarathkumar were mentioned.
- What
- Vijay attended the Michelin Le Mans Cup, waved the ceremonial green flag, hugged Ajith, and was seen near Trisha at the circuit.
- When
- Saturday, September 12, 2026, according to the reports and associated social-media posts.
- Where
- Silverstone Circuit in the United Kingdom; related reports also referred to London.
- Why
- Vijay attended during an official UK visit focused on attracting investment and examining sports infrastructure, including plans for a proposed Motor Sports City in Tamil Nadu.
Fan speculation
Confirmed information
Meaning of Vijay and Trisha appearing together
Fan speculation
Fans interpreted Trisha’s attendance and her brief appearance near Vijay as possible evidence of a close relationship.
Confirmed information
The reports establish only that Trisha attended the race and was briefly seen near Vijay; neither person has confirmed a romantic relationship.
Reason for Trisha’s attendance
Fan speculation
Some fans viewed Trisha’s presence as connected to Vijay because of their long-standing association and the rumours surrounding them.
Confirmed information
The reports say Trisha was in the United Kingdom for a film shoot but do not definitively explain why she attended the Silverstone event.
Meaning of the Vijay-Ajith hug
Fan speculation
Fans focused on the emotional greeting because of the long-running comparisons between the two actors.
Confirmed information
The reports describe the meeting as a cordial reunion between longtime colleagues, and Ajith said Vijay was invited to see the infrastructure and logistics required for racing events.
- Event
- Michelin Le Mans Cup race
- Venue
- Silverstone Circuit, United Kingdom
- Vijay’s role
- Official special guest who waved the ceremonial green flag
- Race field
- 44-car grid
- Ajith’s category
- LMP3 Pro/Am
- Ajith’s team
- Ajith RedAnt by Virage
- Trisha’s UK activity
- She was reported to be in London for a film shoot
- Relationship rumours
- Long-running speculation links Trisha Krishnan and Vijay, but neither has publicly confirmed it
Sources
Trisha Krishnan Spotted At Silverstone After Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s Arrival As Ajith Kumar Races In Michelin Le Mans Cup 2026 – VIDEO
CM Vijay runs to hug Ajith Kumar at Silverstone before flagging off Le Mans race; Trisha also spotted | Watch
Vijay Flags Off Ajith Kumar’s Race at Silverstone; Trisha Krishnan Joins From Grandstands
WATCH: Vijay runs to hug Ajith Kumar at Silverstone race, Trisha Krishnan also attends Michelin Le Mans Cup
