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Watch: Why is the DMK hesitant to take action against Vijay? | Focus Tamil Nadu
Image has long played a central role in Tamil Nadu politics, especially since the era of MGR’s messianic appeal. In this episode, we will explore: Is Vijay’s popular appeal an image trap? And how does the public’s likely trust deficit in the Dravidian parties shape his political journey, particularly after the Karur tragedy.
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