Thalapathy Vijay’s angry reaction to a security guard pushing an elderly man during a Puducherry roadshow has sparked controversy amid his political debut.
Dumtika Editorial
April 6, 2026 · 1 min read

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Thalapathy Vijay, who recently stepped into politics, is facing fresh criticism following a viral video from his roadshow in Puducherry where he was seen angrily reprimanding a security guard. Known primarily for his successful film career, Vijay’s political journey has attracted heightened scrutiny, and this incident has added fuel to the fire. During the event, an elderly man who tried to get close to Vijay was pushed aside by a security personnel, which visibly upset the star. Vijay’s reaction snapping at the guard was caught on camera and widely shared across social media, sparking negative reactions among fans and political observers alike. Despite this moment, he composed himself and continued engaging with the crowd, addressing the fractured political alliances in Puducherry and Tamil Nadu. Vijay criticized existing coalitions, stating, “It is not a united alliance. It is a tired alliance,” and promised to work towards Puducherry’s statehood if elected. As Vijay’s political ambitions grow, such incidents could shape public perception ahead of forthcoming elections.