Filmmaker Rahul Dholakia, director of Shah Rukh Khan’s Raees, publicly criticized Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi for stalling actor-turned-politician Vijay’s path to Chief Ministership amid the state’s hung assembly crisis. Dholakia called the Governor’s insistence on “details” before inviting Vijay’s TVK party “unnecessary obstacles,” urging constitutional adherence.
In a viral twitter post, Dholakia wrote: “Details should not be obstacle. The single largest party leader should be called first. Let the floor test decide. This delay is unacceptable.” The comment stems from TVK securing 108 seats in the 234-member assembly—10 short of majority—after Vijay’s stunning 2026 election debut. Governor Ravi reportedly demanded formal support letters from 118 MLAs before meeting Vijay, sparking “overreach” accusations from Prakash Raj and others.
Dholakia, known for politically-charged films like Parzania, positioned himself as a democracy advocate: “Mandate is clear. Floor of house will prove majority.” TVK eyes coalitions with Congress (conditional cabinet offer) and AIADMK, excluding BJP. Vijay submitted claims May 6 but returned empty-handed, fueling President’s Rule speculation.
Clearly the people of Tamil Nadu prefer @actorvijay over most others- so he should be given the first chance – Details should be a formality not an obstacle. #Democracy
— rahul dholakia (@rahuldholakia) May 8, 2026
The standoff echoes Kerala/Maharashtra Governor controversies, with experts affirming largest party gets first invitation. Dholakia joins Tamil stars backing Vijay’s anti-corruption platform that toppled DMK-AIADMK dominance. Fans praised: “Filmmakers speaking constitutional truth!”
As assembly convening looms, Rahul’s rare Bollywood-Tamil crossover amplifies pressure on Ravi. With negotiations intensifying, Vijay’s CM dream hangs on alliance math and gubernatorial nod.