Samantha Calls Vijay Her ‘Lucky Charm’, Praises His Transition from Cinema to Politics

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has attracted attention after praising Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay, describing him as her “lucky charm.” During an episode of the Tamil television programme Celebrity MasterChef Tamil, where she serves as host, Samantha was asked by RJ Vijay to name her favourite star during a “Hero vs Villain” challenge. She immediately named Vijay and explained that the three films she worked on with him were successful. The duo appeared together in the Tamil films Kaththi (2014), Theri (2016) and Mersal (2017), all of which earned considerable attention from audiences. Her comments have sparked discussions among fans of both stars.

Samantha also praised Vijay’s decision to move from acting into politics, saying that choosing public service after achieving significant popularity in cinema was a notable step. She reportedly described him as an inspiration and appreciated his calm, focused approach to work behind the scenes. Vijay launched the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) political party in 2024 and subsequently shifted his focus towards politics. Claims in the supplied report that he became Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister in 2026, and that Samantha is pregnant with a delivery expected in December 2026, require independent verification before publication. These details should not be presented as confirmed facts without reliable sources.