Could Thalapathy Vijay Be Tamil Nadu's Next CM? Shaam Shares a Fascinating Prediction
Could Thalapathy Vijay Be tamil Nadu's Next CM? Shaam Shares a Fascinating Prediction
Actor Shaam, who made his mark in tamil cinema with the 2001 rom-com 12B, reflects on the evolving nature of his career. After moving away from his early image as a romantic lead, Shaam now plays a gritty gangster named Harbour ravi in the Goli Soda Rising series, a prequel to Vijay Milton’s successful film Goli Soda (2014). Despite his previous image as a softie, Shaam acknowledges the need for change, noting, “By the time I realized that being a romantic hero wasn’t sustainable, it was already too late because I had been cast in that mould.”
Shaam, a fan of Goli Soda, was initially hesitant about joining the series, which focuses on young people navigating Chennai’s Koyambedu market. However, when director Vijay Milton shared a new storyline involving Harbour ravi, a character who rises from a small town to dominate the harbour, Shaam was intrigued. Milton allowed him to craft his own dialogues for the role, a novel approach that posed challenges but also gave Shaam creative freedom. “Milton wanted to avoid rigid dialogues that could confine the actors. He preferred that I frame the lines myself based on the scene's content,” Shaam explains.
Shaam's recent high-profile role in Vijay’s 2023 pongal release, Varisu, revived his career. At the film’s audio launch, Vijay praised Shaam as the vibrant force behind the film’s positive atmosphere. Since then, Shaam has frequently been asked about his connection with Vijay, who is rumored to be preparing for a political run in the 2026 tamil Nadu state elections.
When discussing Vijay’s political ambitions, Shaam confidently predicts that Vijay will become the next Chief Minister. Reflecting on their friendship, Shaam recalls an early interaction during the making of Kushi, where he first told Vijay he would be the next superstar. Vijay's reaction was skeptical, but Shaam’s prediction came true as Vijay's career soared. Shaam similarly believes Vijay will achieve his political aspirations. “I told him that if he could surpass being a superstar, he could definitely achieve this too,” Shaam says. He adds, “Vijay is serious about his political decision. He is committed and genuinely wants to give back to his fans. I’m confident he will make a significant impact.”
Actor Shaam, who made his mark in tamil cinema with the 2001 rom-com 12B, reflects on the evolving nature of his career. After moving away from his early image as a romantic lead, Shaam now plays a gritty gangster named Harbour ravi in the Goli Soda Rising series, a prequel to Vijay Milton’s successful film Goli Soda (2014). Despite his previous image as a softie, Shaam acknowledges the need for change, noting, “By the time I realized that being a romantic hero wasn’t sustainable, it was already too late because I had been cast in that mould.”
Shaam, a fan of Goli Soda, was initially hesitant about joining the series, which focuses on young people navigating Chennai’s Koyambedu market. However, when director Vijay Milton shared a new storyline involving Harbour ravi, a character who rises from a small town to dominate the harbour, Shaam was intrigued. Milton allowed him to craft his own dialogues for the role, a novel approach that posed challenges but also gave Shaam creative freedom. “Milton wanted to avoid rigid dialogues that could confine the actors. He preferred that I frame the lines myself based on the scene's content,” Shaam explains.
Shaam's recent high-profile role in Vijay’s 2023 pongal release, Varisu, revived his career. At the film’s audio launch, Vijay praised Shaam as the vibrant force behind the film’s positive atmosphere. Since then, Shaam has frequently been asked about his connection with Vijay, who is rumored to be preparing for a political run in the 2026 tamil Nadu state elections.
When discussing Vijay’s political ambitions, Shaam confidently predicts that Vijay will become the next Chief Minister. Reflecting on their friendship, Shaam recalls an early interaction during the making of Kushi, where he first told Vijay he would be the next superstar. Vijay's reaction was skeptical, but Shaam’s prediction came true as Vijay's career soared. Shaam similarly believes Vijay will achieve his political aspirations. “I told him that if he could surpass being a superstar, he could definitely achieve this too,” Shaam says. He adds, “Vijay is serious about his political decision. He is committed and genuinely wants to give back to his fans. I’m confident he will make a significant impact.”