Kerala Couple Walks 650 km to Meet Tamil Nadu's New CM Vijay
A couple from Kerala, Rafi and Shahana, has garnered significant attention for undertaking a 650-kilometer trek on foot from Malappuram to Chennai. Their goal is to personally congratulate C Joseph Vijay, the actor-turned-politician who recently became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The journey, which began on May 7, 2026, follows Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), securing a decisive victory in the state assembly elections by winning 108 seats. The couple has been documenting their arduous trip, including roadside camping and long hours of walking, on their Instagram handle @mallu_kicks_travel, urging followers for support. While the videos have gone viral, they have also sparked mixed reactions online, with some critics questioning the practicality of such a journey when faster transport options exist. Vijay was officially sworn in as Chief Minister on May 10 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. This event highlights the intense public enthusiasm surrounding Vijay’s political ascent, which has become one of the most discussed developments in Indian politics recently.
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Kerala Couple Walks 650 km to Meet Tamil Nadu's New CM Vijay
A couple from Kerala, Rafi and Shahana, has garnered significant attention for undertaking a 650-kilometer trek on foot from Malappuram to Chennai. Their goal is to personally congratulate C Joseph Vijay, the actor-turned-politician who recently became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The journey, which began on May 7, 2026, follows Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), securing a decisive victory in the state assembly elections by winning 108 seats. The couple has been documenting their arduous trip, including roadside camping and long hours of walking, on their Instagram handle @mallu_kicks_travel, urging followers for support. While the videos have gone viral, they have also sparked mixed reactions online, with some critics questioning the practicality of such a journey when faster transport options exist. Vijay was officially sworn in as Chief Minister on May 10 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. This event highlights the intense public enthusiasm surrounding Vijay’s political ascent, which has become one of the most discussed developments in Indian politics recently.
The Indian Express