Actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) will back an independent candidate in Edappadi after their nominee's disqualification. Vijay urged voters to support K Premakumar, calling it a «fitting lesson» against alleged suppression of their symbol. This strategic shift occurs as TVK, launched in February, contests its first Assembly elections against established Dravidian parties. Read more