Vijay’s Viral Image Drives Protesters, Spreads Misinformation

Vijay is a famous actor who became the chief minister of Tamil Nadu, a state in India.

Some people made short videos on social media that say he did big things, like making hospitals give free treatment.

These videos were very popular and many people saw them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Some students at a protest in Delhi thought Vijay had done those things, so they joined the protest.

But the videos also had made‑up parts, like saying politicians’ kids must go to government schools.

The real truth is that Vijay did not do those things.

The videos helped people in the north of India learn about Vijay, even though they had never heard of him before.

Some experts say Vijay is liked by young people, but it is still unclear if he will become a big national leader.

The story shows how social media can spread both true and false information quickly.