But, since then, the marksheet (which is allegedly actually believed to identify actor-turned-politician Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay) has been riled up on the internet with huge controversy and has become a talking point among fans and netizens who find the numbers and posts of Vijay trending.
According to this online marksheet, Vijay scored only 65% at Class 10 board exam. That paper, which has been taken to viral effect on social networks and fan sites, has captivated fans who are anxious for another look at the education of one of Tamil cinema’s most powerful actors.
Although there is still no official confirmation regarding the integrity of this marksheet to date, the viral comment has unleashed an epic social media drama. The facts of Vijay's grades in subjects throughout his school are said to be found in the marksheet, with an overall percentage of around 65%.
"I think it's a great heartwarming story, and I like how the actor goes from schoolboy to one of the most impactful South Indian actors." Others on social media argued that marks in an academic setting mean nothing for success in society and acknowledged Vijay’s meteoric rise in the film industry and the political period.
Many fans also wrote encouraging messages to the effect that the actor’s life story shows that hard work, ability, perseverance and discipline are greater than exam scores. Vijay was a star of the theatre as a child artist; he then rose to become one of the big players of Tamil cinema with several releases from movie to movie.
He became a multi-time acting phenomenon by being one of the top-of-the-funnel talent in Tamil cinema. Along with his professional, successful work in Tamil film and commercial cinema, he came up in an hour of his life.
Over the decades, he built a massive fan base not only in Tamil Nadu, but with members all over India and beyond the country. Known for action and entertainment, social commentary and loads of heartbreaking movies, Vijay eventually became one of South Indian cinema’s most loved movie stars. His massive popularity turned into political influence with the establishment of his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), following which he achieved popular acclaim.
Over recent months, Vijay has remained at the heart of Tamil Nadu politics, where his remarks and actions have been getting mass-media coverage. He gets his school marksheet back as his political future and leadership ambitions come to the surface in discussions.
Even the fans online have compared Vijay’s education with that of other celebrities whose school or college scores have come out, over time, online. Most said that success in film, politics, sports, or entrepreneurship often relies on talent, determination and public connections as much as academic proficiency. The viral marksheet has notably appealed to students who are currently waiting for test results.
Some of Vijay’s supporters have been sharing the post as evidence that even an equitable examination score shouldn’t discourage anyone from daring dreams or plans. Simultaneously, memes, fan edits and motivational posts referencing Vijay’s reported Class 10 score have blossomed on platforms including X, Instagram and Facebook.
And some people joked that even after receiving 65%, Vijay had emerged as one of the most popular and celebrated personalities in Tamil entertainment and politics. The marksheet’s integrity has not been independently verified, but the viral buzz only underscores once again the far-reaching public spotlight on all facets of Vijay’s life, his movies and politics, his personal journey and academic days. With the episode sometimes at risk with digital discourse, it’s been both nostalgic and motivational and reinforced the idea that success is more than grades and has an impact on one's life too.
