Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has once again captured public attention after receiving a special gift: a cricket bat signed by Indian cricket star Virat Kohli. The actor-turned-politician was presented with the bat during a meeting with officials from MRF at the Tamil Nadu Secretariat. Photos of Vijay proudly holding the bat quickly went viral on social media, sparking widespread admiration from fans.
MRF Delegation Meets CM Vijay
The bat was presented by a high-level MRF delegation that included Chairman KM Mammen, Vice Chairman Arun Mammen, and Managing Director Rahul Mammen. According to reports, the meeting primarily focused on MRF's business activities and operations within Tamil Nadu. The gesture symbolized the strong ties between the company and the state government.
Vijay's Stylish Appearance
In the viral images, Vijay was seen wearing a black suit with a white open-collar shirt, complemented by a traditional veshti with gold zari borders draped over his shoulder. Fans widely shared the photos online, praising his elegant fashion sense and celebrating the symbolic connection with Kohli. The bat, signed by the cricket icon, added a layer of excitement for both cricket enthusiasts and Vijay's supporters.
From Cinema to Politics
This comes just days after filmmaker Venkat Prabhu gifted Vijay a framed license plate reading "TN 07 CM 2026" from the film GOAT. Many fans believed the plate had predicted Vijay's rise to power. Vijay officially took oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 10, 2026, after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, won 108 seats in the Assembly elections, emerging as the single-largest party.
Upcoming Film and Challenges
Meanwhile, Vijay is also preparing for the release of his film Jana Nayagan. The movie has faced several delays and is still awaiting clearance from the censor board after reports of footage leaks online. Despite these hurdles, anticipation remains high among his fans.
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