The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has mounted a sharp offensive against the actor-turned-politician Vijay-led administration in Tamil Nadu, labelling it a ‘reel government’ focused on optics rather than governance. Highlighting widespread public dissatisfaction, DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi shared video interactions with local women who raised deep concerns regarding deteriorating law and order, safety issues, rising crimes against women and children, and surging living costs. The confrontation also comes amid political friction, with investigations into allegations of horse-trading involving state politicians ahead of an assembly no-confidence motion. The DMK criticised the administration for failing to protect the women voters who supported it, contrasting government claims with grassroots realities in the state.