Author Criticises Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s Poverty Remarks, Sparks Political Debate

Brief By The Indian Express / 7:20 PM on 11 May 2026

Author Manu Joseph criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s claim of understanding poverty, saying the actor-turned-politician came from a privileged background. Referring to their school days, Joseph questioned Vijay’s remarks during his oath speech, adding that affluent individuals often confuse temporary hardship with real poverty and deprivation.