Tamil Nadu’s political landscape has been abuzz with discussions not only about TVK leader Vijay’s ongoing political tours but also about the man who rarely leaves his side. Whether at a public rally in Karur, a film shoot in Kerala, or high-profile events in Chennai, the towering figure of Naeem Musa, Vijay’s personal bodyguard, has become a familiar sight. (News18 Kannada)
The incident during Vijay’s Karur tour, which left the state in shock, has only heightened curiosity about this enigmatic figure who has stood beside the actor-turned-politician at every significant moment since the launch of his party. (News18 Kannada)
Naeem Musa was born in Mahe, a small enclave of Puducherry nestled within Kerala. Though his roots are in the region, his life took a defining turn when he moved to Dubai for work. Alongside his career, Musa developed a strong passion for bodybuilding, which later became a stepping stone into the world of professional security. (News18 Kannada)
A chance call from a friend in Dubai inviting him for a security assignment altered his path permanently. Recognising the potential in the field, Musa went on to establish his own security agency, Gender Security, headquartered in Dubai. (News18 Kannada)
For more than a decade, Gender Security has been the trusted choice for celebrities visiting the Gulf region. From pop sensation Justin Bieber to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, and Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan, Musa’s agency has overseen the safety of several international and Indian icons. His firm’s reputation grew to the extent that the UAE government officially entrusted it with managing security for major sporting events, including the recently concluded Asia Cup T20 tournament. The success of the agency has allowed Musa to expand operations to India, with branches in several states, including one in Chennai. (News18 Kannada)
Despite the Centre’s provision of Y-category security for Vijay, it is Musa who continues to act as his most trusted shield, often going beyond the mandated layers of official protection. (News18 Kannada)
Since the inception of Vijay’s political outfit, Musa has accompanied him unfailingly – from the grand Madurai conference, where bouncers flown in from Kerala under his supervision lined the venue, to intimate events such as actor Keerthy Suresh’s wedding. (News18 Kannada)
His constant presence, however, is not limited to duty alone. Over time, Musa has developed personal bonds with several celebrities, and insiders note that his camaraderie with Vijay has deepened into friendship. (News18 Kannada)
Today, even as he continues to live in Dubai, Musa travels frequently to Chennai to ensure Vijay’s safety at every public appearance. (News18 Kannada)
To many in the political circles of Tamil Nadu, he is no longer just a bodyguard but a symbol of loyalty and discretion – someone who, despite his global profile, has chosen to remain the watchful shadow of one of Tamil cinema’s biggest stars-turned-politicians. (News18 Kannada)
