Joseph VijayTaking over as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu was indeed an eventful milestone in his career, but it also meant a lot to his family. Not long after assuming office in May 2026, Joseph Dr victory Had a very emotional encounter with his father, SA Chandrasekhar, who is known as a famous filmmaker. According to his mother Shobha Chandrasekhar, this was Joseph’s first meeting with his father after becoming Chief Minister. Instead, it was a simple and heartfelt question that reflected the long journey they had taken as a family.
Vijay asks if he fulfilled his father’s dream
Talking to Galatta about the memorable moment, Shoba revealed that Vijay turned to his father and asked, “Have I finally fulfilled your dream?” According to him, S.A Chandrasekhar replied with a smile. That brief exchange carried years of emotion and memory. Shoba explained that her husband envisioned a political future for Vijay long before politics became a reality. The family’s belief in Vijay’s leadership qualities was strengthened after his devotional philanthropy started years ago, eventually leading to his decision to enter active politics.
The family faced suspicion and criticism during Vijay’s political journey
Shoba also recalled 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 into politics. “We knew many people entered politics with big dreams and struggled to succeed. But when we saw Vijay’s support across Tamil Nadu, we felt confident about his future,” he said. According to him, the criticism that Vijay faced during his political entry reminded the family of the negative comments when he first entered the film industry. Still, Vijay chose to remain calm and focused on both journeys.
Movie Superstar to Chief Minister
Reflecting on her son’s transformation, Shoba said Vijay was always clear about his priorities. “For Vijay, it was always acting or politics. He never wanted to do both at the same time,” he explained. After a few years of success in cinema, Vijay stepped away from films to concentrate fully on public life. His victory in the 2026 assembly elections marks the beginning of a new chapter, not only for him but also for his family. The emotional conversation with his father after taking charge has now become one of the most talked about moments of his remarkable journey from superstar to chief minister.
