Archive · 15 Aug 2026
Vijay Marks First Independence Day as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
Vijay is a famous actor who also became the leader of Tamil Nadu, a big state in India.
On August 15, 2026, India celebrated its Independence Day.
Vijay, as the Chief Minister, went to a big fort in Chennai called Fort St. George.
He pulled up the Indian national flag, just like leaders do on this special day.
It was his very first time doing this as the leader of the state.
Lots of people came to watch the parade and the celebrations.
A famous actress named Trisha Krishnan came too, and she brought her mother.
The event also marked the release of Vijay's last movie as an actor, called 'Jana Nayagan.'
The movie has reportedly earned more than Rs 198 crore already.
Everyone had a happy time at the celebration!
Vijay hoisted the national flag at Fort St. George in Chennai in his first Independence Day celebration as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister.
The ceremony took place on August 15, 2026, with Vijay saluting during the parade and later delivering an address.
Actress Trisha Krishnan attended the event with her mother, drawing attention on social media.
Actors including S.A. Chandrasekhar and Shoba Chandrasekhar also attended the celebrations.
The event featured the release of Vijay's final film as an actor, 'Jana Nayagan,' which has reportedly earned over Rs 198 crore at the box office.
- Who
- Vijay, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor, joined by actress Trisha Krishnan and her mother, along with actors S.A. Chandrasekhar and Shoba Chandrasekhar.
- What
- Tamil Nadu's Independence Day ceremony featuring flag hoisting, a parade, Vijay's first Independence Day address as CM, and the release of his final film 'Jana Nayagan.'
- When
- August 15, 2026 (Saturday morning).
- Where
- Fort St. George, Chennai.
- Why
- To mark India's Independence Day, which also served as Vijay's first such celebration as Chief Minister.
- Chief Minister
- Vijay (first Independence Day as CM)
- Event
- Independence Day 2026 ceremony
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Location
- Fort St. George, Chennai
- Notable Attendee
- Trisha Krishnan with her mother
- Film Released
- Jana Nayagan (Vijay's final film as actor)
- Film Director
- H Vinoth
- Box Office
- Over Rs 198 crore (reported)
