Joseph VijayAssuming the post of Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu was an important milestone in his career, but it was also important to his family. Shortly after assuming office in May 2026, Joseph said: Vijay: had a very emotional encounter with his father, SA Chandrasekhar, who is known as a renowned filmmaker. According to his mother, Shoba Chandrasekhar, this was Joseph’s first meeting with his father after becoming the Prime Minister. Instead, it’s a simple and heartfelt question that reflects the long journey they’ve traveled together as a family.
Vijay asks if he fulfilled his father’s dream
Talking about the memorable moment with Galatta, Shoba revealed that Vijay turned to his father and asked, “Have I fulfilled your dream?” According to him, SA: Chandrasekhar replied smiling and nodding. That brief exchange carried years of emotions and memories. Shoba explained that her husband had envisioned a political future for Vijay before politics became a reality. The family’s faith in Vijay’s leadership qualities reportedly grew stronger after launching his fan welfare activities years ago, eventually leading to his decision to enter active politics.
The family faced doubts and criticism during Vijay’s political journey
Shoba also recalls the challenges the family faced when Vijay announced his political ambitions. He said many people question whether a successful actor can make a smooth transition to politics. “We know many people enter politics with big dreams and struggle to succeed. But when we see the support Vijay enjoys across Tamil Nadu, we feel confident about his future,” he said. According to him, the criticism Vijay faced during his political entry reminded the family of the negative comments he encountered when he first entered the film industry. However, Vijay chose to remain calm and focused on both tours.
From cinema superstar to Chief Minister
Reflecting on her son’s transformation, Shoba says Vijay has always been clear about his priorities. “For Vijay, it was always either acting or politics. He never wanted the two to go together,” he explained. After years of success in cinema, Vijay left films to fully concentrate on public life. His victory in the 2026 Assembly election marks the beginning of a new chapter, not only for him but also for his family. The emotional conversation with his father after assuming office has now become one of the most talked about moments from his remarkable journey from superstar to Chief Minister.
