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Tamil Nadu Polls: Dhanush, Pa Ranjith, and Vijay Cast Votes in Chennai

Several prominent figures from the Tamil film industry, including actor Dhanush and director Pa Ranjith, cast their votes in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Actor Prabhu urged all citizens to exercise their democratic right, calling voting a service to the country and state. The elections feature key contests, such as actor-turned-politician Vijay facing off against DMK incumbents in two constituencies. Polling is underway with initial voter turnout figures reported from various districts.

Key Points: Tamil Nadu Elections: Celebrities Cast Votes, Urge Participation

  • Celebrities exercise franchise
  • Voter turnout data shared
  • Key electoral contests highlighted
  • Public urged to vote responsibly
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Tamil Nadu polls: Dhanush, Pa Ranjith cast votes in Chennai

Actor Dhanush, director Pa Ranjith, and actor-politician Vijay cast their votes in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. See voter turnout and key contests.

Tamil Nadu polls: Dhanush, Pa Ranjith cast votes in Chennai
"Putting a vote is every Indian citizen's right. So, please don't miss voting. - Prabhu"

Chennai Apri, l 23

Actor Dhanush arrived at a polling station in Chennai on Thursday to cast his vote for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections being held across the state.

Leading film director, producer and screenwriter Pa. Ranjith exercised his democratic right by casting his vote at a polling booth located in a school in Karalappakkam Panchayat under the Madhavaram Assembly constituency in Tiruvallur district.

Actor Aravind Swamy also cast his vote at Stella Maris College in Chennai's Teynampet.

Meanwhile, actors Prabhu and Vikram Prabhu urged citizens to exercise their democratic right. Speaking about the importance of voting, Prabhu told ANI, "Putting a vote is every Indian citizen's right. So, please don't miss voting. Whoever you want to vote for, please do come and vote. That is the service you are doing for the country and for the state. God bless all, God bless Tamil Nadu, God bless India. Please do come and vote."

Vikram Prabhu emphasised that voting is a responsibility and encouraged people to understand issues and participate meaningfully in the electoral process.

Polling for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections began today amid tight security. At 9 am, Tamil Nadu recorded 17.69 per cent voter turnout.Tiruppur district recorded the highest turnout with 20.38 per cent voting, while Chennai district registered a turnout of 16.51 per cent, and Erode recorded 19.55 per cent turnout.Vijay cast his vote at the Neelankarai polling booth.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is contesting from the Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East constituencies.

In Perambur, Vijay is pitted against DMK heavyweight RD Shekar, who recorded a landslide victory in the last elections by a margin of 54,976 votes against AIADMK's NR Dhanapalan.In Tiruchirappalli East, he is contesting against sitting DMK MLA Inigo Irudayaraj S, who won with a huge margin of 53,797 votes in the 2021 elections.The counting of votes will take place on May 4.

- ANI

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Rahul R
While I appreciate the sentiment, I wish the article focused more on the actual issues and candidates rather than just which celebrity voted where. Our democracy needs informed voters, not just star-struck ones.
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Suresh O
Good to see the voter turnout numbers. Hope Chennai picks up the pace! Remember folks, if you don't vote, you can't complain later. Anna's legacy demands our participation.
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Anjali F
Vijay contesting from two seats is interesting! Perambur and Trichy East will be tough fights. Wishing all candidates the best, but more importantly, wishing for a government that works for the people of Tamil Nadu.
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David E
Following this from abroad. The electoral process in India, especially in a large state like Tamil Nadu, is always impressive. The security, the scale, the enthusiasm – it's a lesson in democratic exercise.
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Karthik V
Pa Ranjith voting is a powerful image. His films often talk about social justice and representation. Hope the people's mandate reflects those values. Let's see what May 4 brings!

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