Udhayanidhi Stalin: From Actor to Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, born November 27, 1977, is the current Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, assuming office in 2024. This makes him the youngest individual to ever hold this position in the state's history. His political career, however, is a recent development, building upon a foundation in film production and acting. A graduate of Loyola College, Chennai, Stalin's early life involved significant community engagement alongside his grandfather, M. Karunanidhi, and father, M. K. Stalin. His foray into politics began in 2019 with his appointment as Youth Wing Secretary of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). Elected to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly in 2021, he subsequently became Minister of Youth Welfare and Sports Development in 2022 before his elevation to Deputy Chief Minister. His political roles demonstrate a rapid ascent within the DMK. While his acting career predates his political life, details regarding specific film roles and achievements in that field were not provided in the source material. His current focus is firmly on his governmental responsibilities.