India, March 25 -- Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and actor Pawan Kalyan struggled for a decade before winning seats for his Jana Sena Party in the most recent elections. As Vijay plans to contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections in 2026 with his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, the actor-politician mentioned his advice for him in an interview with Thanthi TV. (Also Read: Jana Nayagan release date: Vijay's final film will hit screens for Pongal 2026; fans say 'one last box office raid')

As a 'senior' and someone who holds this 'position in politics' today, Pawan was asked in the interview what his advice to Vijay would be. While he initially said that Vijay didn't need his help, Pawan replied, "He doesn't need my message or something....