Click it and Unblock the Notifications
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 Highlights: Vijay, Rajinikanth, Kamal, Ajith Among Celebrities Who Voted
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026: Polling for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections was held on April 23, with voters turning out across the state from the early hours of the morning. The electoral exercise, conducted across all 234 constituencies, will determine the next government in Tamil Nadu once results are declared.
Over 5.73 crore voters were eligible to cast their votes, deciding the electoral fate of 4,023 candidates in the fray. Polling began at 7 a.m. and concluded at 6 p.m. in a single phase.
Several prominent political leaders and public figures were among those who voted during the day. Chief Minister M. K. Stalin cast his vote in Chennai, while AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami voted in Salem. Actor-politician C. Joseph Vijay, along with actors Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Ajith Kumar, Vikram, and others, were also seen at polling stations.
Actor Vijay Sethupathi, after casting his vote in Chennai, urged citizens to participate in the electoral process, calling it an important responsibility. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) also raised concerns over transport arrangements for voters, with party chief Vijay writing to the Election Commission seeking additional facilities and a possible extension of polling hours.
By the evening, polling concluded across the state, with officials beginning the process of sealing Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). As of 5 p.m., the approximate voter turnout stood at 82.24%.
The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, while the tenure of the current Assembly is set to end on May 10.
- Apr 23, 2026, 9:47 pm IST
Polling Concludes in Tamil Nadu; EVMs Sealed, Turnout at 82.24%
Polling for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 concluded, with officials sealing Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) at polling stations across the state. Visuals from a booth in Chennai showed the closing procedures underway. As of 5 p.m., the approximate voter turnout stood at 82.24% across Tamil Nadu.
- Apr 23, 2026, 5:53 pm IST
Suriya, Jyothika Cast Votes in Chennai
Suriya and Jyothika cast their votes at a polling booth in T. Nagar, Chennai, during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. The actor couple briefly greeted people before entering the polling station.
- Apr 23, 2026, 4:44 pm IST
Vijay Seeks Poll Extension, Flags Transport Issues for Voters
Representatives of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, including General Secretaries N Anand and Aadhav Arjuna, submitted a petition to Tamil Nadu Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik, raising concerns over inadequate transport facilities for voters. The development follows a letter by TVK chief C. Joseph Vijay to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, requesting arrangements for public transport for commuters stranded at bus terminals in Chennai and seeking a two-hour extension of polling time.
- Apr 23, 2026, 3:14 pm IST
Arvind Swamy Casts Vote in Chennai
Arvind Swamy cast his vote at a polling station in Chennai during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 3:13 pm IST
Vijay Sethupathi Casts Vote, Urges Public to Participate
Vijay Sethupathi cast his vote at a polling station in Chennai during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. Speaking to the media, he urged citizens to take part in the electoral process, calling voting a key responsibility and encouraging people, especially the youth, to come out and cast their votes.
- Apr 23, 2026, 12:34 pm IST
Trisha Krishnan Votes in Alwarpet with Her Mother
Trisha Krishnan cast her vote at a polling station in Alwarpet, Chennai, along with her mother during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 11:15 am IST
Prabhu, Vikram Prabhu Cast Votes in Chennai
Prabhu and Vikram Prabhu cast their votes at the Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya polling station in T. Nagar, Chennai, as polling continued for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 10:14 am IST
MK Stalin Casts Vote in Chennai
M. K. Stalin cast his vote at a polling station in Chennai during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026. Speaking after voting, the Chief Minister urged citizens to participate in the democratic process, stressing that everyone should exercise their right to vote. He also expressed confidence, stating that Tamil Nadu will win.
- Apr 23, 2026, 10:11 am IST
Udhayanidhi Stalin Casts Vote in Chennai
Udhayanidhi Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister and DMK candidate from the Chepauk–Thiruvallikeni constituency, cast his vote at a polling station in Chennai and was seen displaying his inked finger after voting during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 10:10 am IST
Dhruv Vikram Casts Vote in Chennai
Dhruv Vikram cast his vote at a polling station in Chennai during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 9:06 am IST
Rajinikanth Shows Inked Finger After Voting in Chennai
Rajinikanth cast his vote at the Stella Maris polling station in Chennai during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 and was seen displaying his inked finger after voting.
- Apr 23, 2026, 8:52 am IST
Vijay Casts Vote in Chennai
C. Joseph Vijay, chief of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and a candidate from Tiruchirappalli East and Perambur constituencies, cast his vote at a polling station in Chennai during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 8:30 am IST
Kamal Haasan, Shruti Haasan Arrive to Vote in Chennai
Kamal Haasan, chief of the Makkal Needhi Maiam, arrived at the Alwarpet polling station in Chennai to cast his vote, accompanied by his daughter Shruti Haasan, during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 8:29 am IST
Gautham Ram Karthik Casts Vote in Chennai
Gautham Ram Karthik cast his vote at the Stella Maris College polling station in Chennai during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 8:19 am IST
Ajith Kumar Casts Vote in Thiruvanmiyur
Ajith Kumar cast his vote at a polling station in Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai, as polling continued for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026.
- Apr 23, 2026, 7:51 am IST
Khushbu Sundar Casts Vote in Chennai, Urges Public to Participate
Khushbu Sundar cast her vote at the Sri Chaitanya Techno School polling station in Chennai as polling began on Thursday morning. Addressing the media, the actress and state BJP vice president stressed the importance of public participation in a democracy, urging citizens not to treat polling day as a holiday. She called on voters to step out and exercise their franchise, noting that holding governments accountable begins with voting.
Continue with Google