Film Star Vijay Forms New Government in India’s Key iPhone Hub

South Indian film star C. Joseph Vijay’s party secured support of smaller parties to reach a majority and form the government in Tamil Nadu, one of India’s most industrialized states and a key hub for automobile and iPhone production.

Vijay, along with members of his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, met Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar late on Saturday to stake a claim. Support from the Indian National Congress, the Left parties and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi helped TVK cross the halfway mark in the 234-member assembly.