Why Did Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Wear Kada, Kalawa During Oath Ceremony? His Religious Background Explained!
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay was born into a family with different religions and and this mixed background seems to have shaped his open-minded approach.
Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay took the oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 10, Sunday. Pictures and videos from the ceremony went viral and ignited heated discussions on social media platforms like X, Instagram, and others. But what caught everyone’s attention was the red-yellow Hindu kalawa on his wrist next to his steel bracelet, also known as Kada. There’s no official reason or explanation behind this, but curiosity among the netizens around his faith or approach has increased a lot. So, read on to know all about it!
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Wears Traditional Kada And Kalawa During Oath Ceremony
Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar was born into a family with different religions. His father is Christian and his mother is Hindu and this mixed background seems to have shaped his open-minded approach to religion. The actor-turned-politician has worn a steel bracelet or Sikh Kada on his wrist for many years. However, he has never explained the reason for wearing it.
Vijay memorised the entire oath and delivered it as if it was a single shot take in the Swearing ceremony 😭pic.twitter.com/Kk4IOH4xxm
— Krish (@Krish_Opinions) May 10, 2026
Not just this, he also goes to Hindu temples with his mother and many people have seen him with a chandan teeka and a Rudraksha necklace. As per reports, his mother follows Sai Baba and he also helped build a Sai Baba temple in Chennai. As per reports, Thalapathy Vijay describes himself as a spiritual man. He visits churches, temples, and dargahs from time to time. He has also worn a skullcap during Namaz prayers.
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Fans really like this side of the actor-turned-politician. They feel his actions and open-minded approach promote peace between religions. Photos and videos from the oath ceremony have ignited new discussions about his beliefs and his mixed background. Many people admire him for his vision.
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First Published: May 11, 2026 5:16 PMFAQs
What is Thalapathy Vijay’s party name?
Thalapathy Vijay is the founder and president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
Did Vijay leave acting?
Yes, Thalapathy Vijay has completely retired from acting. He announced his decision to quit films to focus fully on politics.
Who all attended the oath ceremony?
The oath ceremony was attended by Trisha Krishnan, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, several TVK leaders, and other prominent personalities from politics and the Tamil film industry.
What are Thalapathy Vijay’s parents’ names?
Thalapathy Vijay’s father is S. A. Chandrasekhar, a well-known film director and producer. His mother is Shoba Chandrasekhar, a popular playback singer and vocalist.
