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Rajendran.R of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won the Neyveli constituency with a margin of 10962 votes. He garnered 63731 votes, while Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate Saba.Rajendran came second with 52769 votes.

Rajendran S of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won the Ariyalur constituency with a margin of 24498 votes. He garnered 95219 votes, while Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate Latha Balu came second with 70721 votes.

In Kerala's Chathannoor, BB Gopakumar secured a victory with 51,923 votes, surpassing CPI's Adv. R. Rajendran by 4,398. This general seat in Kollam, known for its rubber plantations and coastal life, faces challenges like Kallada River flooding, poor road connectivity, and youth unemployment.

Salem (North) constituency, a key urban segment in Tamil Nadu's Salem district, has seen dynamic electoral contests. The DMK secured a victory in the 2016 Assembly elections, while the DMDK emerged victorious in 2011, showcasing the region's shifting political alliances and voter preferences.

DMK candidate T. M. Rajendran secured victory in the Kadayanallur Assembly election by a margin of 6,253 votes. This win comes against AIADMK's C. Krishnamurali, the incumbent MLA. The constituency, located in Tenkasi district, faces significant issues including irrigation, rural infrastructure, and youth employment.

Veerapandi, a key Tamil Nadu constituency in Salem, consistently sees a direct fight between AIADMK and DMK. The AIADMK secured a victory in 2016 by over 14,000 votes, building on their win in 2011 with a larger margin. Historically, the seat has alternated between these two Dravidian giants, reflecting regional political shifts.

M.R.K.Panneerselvam of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) won the Kurinjipadi constituency with a margin of 7589 votes. He garnered 76695 votes, while All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate A Bhuvanenthiran came second with 69106 votes.

Mohan. K of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won the Panruti constituency with a margin of 10663 votes. He garnered 78398 votes, while Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi candidate Abdur Rahman. A.R came second with 67735 votes.

R Sabarinathan, son of actor-politician Vijay's long-time aide, secured a significant victory in the Virugambakkam constituency for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). His win, marked by an emotional viral video during the campaign, contributed to TVK's strong debut in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Sabarinathan expressed gratitude to Vijay for his political debut and the party leadership.

Filmmaker Vijay Kumar Rajendran and his wife Nakshatra Murthy have initiated legal action against actress Anugraha S Nambiar and producer A. B. Sharon. The couple denies allegations of non-payment and verbal abuse related to the web series 'Resort.' A public apology has been demanded within 48 hours, with civil and criminal cases already filed.

Vaithilingam G. of Pattali Makkal Katchi won the Jayankondam constituency with a margin of 18490 votes. He garnered 88992 votes, while Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate Kannan KA.SO.KA. came second with 70502 votes.

DMK candidate K. Kalaivanan Poondi K has won the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 in a key constituency, defeating his nearest rival from TVK by 18,148 votes. Kalaivanan secured 75,260 votes, while TVK's Veeramani V garnered 36,387 votes in his electoral debut. This victory continues the DMK's strong performance in the seat, following previous wins by M.

Madurai North's electoral landscape shows a close contest, with DMK's G. Thalapathi securing victory in 2021. Previous elections saw wins for AIADMK's V. V. Rajan Chellappa and A. K. Bose.

Salem (West) constituency, a key urban segment in Tamil Nadu's Salem district, has historically seen direct contests between AIADMK and DMK. While AIADMK secured a victory in 2016 with a margin of 7,247 votes, the 2011 elections showed a more decisive win for the party. These results highlight the constituency's political competitiveness, often influenced by state-level trends.

The popular Tamil family drama Veera has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 624 episodes. The show, which premiered in February 2022, continues to hold viewers' attention with its compelling narrative and well-developed characters. Veera airs on a leading Tamil channel every evening. The series explores themes of family, love, and revenge, keeping audiences engaged with its unfolding drama.

Dhanush's upcoming film 'Kara' faces a title dispute just days before its April 30 release. A producer claims prior registration of the 'Kara' title and has filed a petition with the Madras High Court, requesting the film's release be halted until the issue is resolved. The case's outcome is now crucial for the film's scheduled theatrical debut.

Malayalam action thriller 'Patriot', starring Mammootty and Mohanlal, has crossed ₹50 crore worldwide in just two days, despite a 38.5% dip on its second day. The film earned ₹6.15 crore on Day 2, with strong overseas performance contributing significantly. Kerala remains its top market, while audience reactions are mixed, praising performances but divided on storytelling.