As Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) secured a massive victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections by winning 108 seats, filmmaker S. A. Chandrasekhar publicly praised his son’s political journey and independent decision-making. The moment marked a full-circle chapter in the long and emotional relationship between the father-son duo.

SAC played a crucial role in shaping Vijay’s early acting career. Vijay made his debut as a lead actor in the 1992 film Naalaiya Theerpu, directed by his father. Though the film did not succeed commercially, SAC continued to back Vijay through multiple projects, helping him gradually establish himself in Tamil cinema.

Over the years, Vijay rose to become one of Tamil cinema’s biggest stars, while SAC built a reputation for directing socially driven films and launching new talent. Their relationship, however, faced a setback in 2020 when SAC attempted to launch a political party using Vijay’s name without his consent, leading to a public disagreement and legal dispute.

The bond eventually improved, with both reconciling over time. Following TVK’s strong electoral performance, SAC openly celebrated Vijay’s achievement, calling it a historic victory and praising his decision to contest independently. He also expressed confidence in Vijay’s political future, adding an emotional note to the actor-turned-politician’s remarkable rise.