‘Vulgar, disgusting’: DMK mouthpiece targets CM Vijay over Trisha’s presence at I-Day event

The DMK, the former ruling party, has vehemently criticized Chief Minister Vijay over the presence of actress Trisha Krishnan at the Independence Day event in Chennai. The controversy arose when Trisha sat next to Vijay's parents in the front row during the ceremony, where he hoisted the national flag. Trisha's mother, Uma Krishnan, also accompanied her to the event.

The DMK's official mouthpiece, Murasoli, published a sharply worded editorial on August 18, calling the CM's actions "vulgar and disgusting." The editorial expressed shock at the sight of Trisha and Vijay saluting each other, suggesting that even Vijay's supporters could not stomach such behavior. The DMK also accused Vijay of favoritism, highlighting recent appointments of his film industry friends to key positions.

The party questioned whether Vijay believes the people will accept these actions. The DMK further criticized the state's law-and-order system, noting that sexual assault cases have become alarmingly frequent. The editorial concluded by stating that the people are not fools and that Vijay will be further isolated due to his actions. So far, Vijay's party, the TVK, has not responded to the criticism.