Actor Vijayashanthi Joins BJP; Quits Congress Alleging Mistreatment

After Khushbu Sundar, actor-turned-politician Vijayashanthi has joined BJP on December 7 after quitting the Congress party. Interestingly, Vijayashanthi started her political career with the BJP but later switched to TRS and Congress. As per reports, the former actor was discontented with Congress' treatment towards her. State BJP leader G Vivek Venkataswamy said, "Vijayashanti will be at the forefront for the development of the party in the state."