The Economic Times

Tamil Nadu Election's 5 key takeaways: Thalapathy scripts a climax as TVK disrupts the Dravidian classics

Tamil Nadu Election 2026 Analysis Takeaways: Tamil Nadus early election trends suggest a major political shift, with actor-turned-politician Vijays TVK emerging as the leading force ahead of the established Dravidian parties. AIADMK is currently in second place, while ruling DMK trails in third, marking a sharp break from the states traditional bipolar contest.