The actor-turned-politician, who was sworn in as Chief Minister on May 10, received messages from leaders across the political spectrum.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his birthday wishes to Vijay on X.
“Birthday greetings to the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru C Joseph Vijay Ji. I pray for his long and healthy life,” he stated.
Birthday greetings to the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru C. Joseph Vijay Ji. I pray for his long and healthy life.@TVKVijayHQ
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 22, 2026
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi offered his wishes for “good health and success” to Vijay.
In a message, he expressed, “Wishing the Chief Minister of
Tamil Nadu, Thiru Joseph Vijay, a very happy birthday. I hope for your good health and success in all your endeavors. I stand with you in upholding the rights, dignity, and aspirations of the Tamil people, and in collaborating for the progress of the state.”
Wishing the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru Joseph Vijay, a very happy birthday.
I wish you good health and success in all your efforts. I stand with you in defending the rights, dignity, and aspirations of the Tamil people, and in working together for the state’s progress.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) June 22, 2026
Vijay’s predecessor, MK Stalin, in his birthday note, commented, “I wish you the strength to continue serving the public with joy and good health.”
மாண்புமிகு @CMOTamilNadu திரு. ச.ஜோசப் விஜய் அவர்களுக்கு எனது பிறந்தநாள் வாழ்த்துகள்!
தாங்கள் மகிழ்ச்சியோடும், உடல் – உள நலத்தோடும் பொதுவாழ்வில் பணியாற்றிட விழைகிறேன்.@TVKVijayHQ
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) June 22, 2026
Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, extends his heartfelt greetings and best wishes to Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay.
Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, extends his heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the @CMOTamilnadu , Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru.C.Joseph Vijay, on the occasion of his birthday. He prays for his good health, happiness, and a… pic.twitter.com/5CRkLmoYto
— LOK BHAVAN, TAMIL NADU (@lokbhavan_tn) June 22, 2026
Film industry joins the celebration
The celebrations were equally lively in the film industry. Veteran actor and politician Kamal Haasan shared a message stating, “Heartfelt birthday wishes to the Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, President of the Vijay Tamilaga Victory Committee, and beloved younger brother Vijay, who has won the love of millions.”
The message also evoked memories of their long-standing association. Kamal Haasan and Vijay had previously appeared together in the 1995 film Nammavar, where a young Vijay played a supporting role.
மாண்புமிகு தமிழ்நாடு முதலமைச்சர், தமிழக வெற்றிக் கழகத்தின் தலைவர், பல கோடி இதயங்களின் அன்பைப் பெற்றிருக்கும் அன்புத் தம்பி விஜயம் @TVKVijayHQ அவர்களுக்கு மனமார்ந்த பிறந்தநாள் வாழ்த்துகள். @CMOTamilnadu pic.twitter.com/uHY1CCVe1Z
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) June 22, 2026
Nayanthara also took to social media to wish her ‘dearest Thalapathy’ Vijay sir. The two stars have shared the screen in numerous successful films over the years, including Sivakasi, Villu, and Bigil.
Happy Birthday dearest #Thalapathy @actorvijay ????Have a wonderful Year ahead sir????
— Nayanthara✨ (@NayantharaU) June 21, 2026
Vijay was last seen on the big screen in The Greatest of All Time (2024). He is set to appear next in Jana Nayagan, which is anticipated to be his final film. The makers have yet to announce its release date.
