India, May 11 -- Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister Vijay on Monday met his predecessor and DMK chief MK Stalin, a day after the actor-turned-politician was sworn in following a landmark election victory.

The meeting marked Vijay's first interaction with Stalin after winning the Assembly elections and assuming office as chief minister, with the visit being described as a " call". Stalin and his son, Udhayanidhi Stalin, extended a warm welcome to the new chief minister.

Udhayanidhi greeted Vijay with a handshake and a hug upon his arrival, while Stalin later embraced him as well. The two leaders also exchanged silk shawls and bouquets during the meeting.

The meeting comes weeks after a bitter electoral contest between the DMK and Vijay's T...