 The ruling party reacted predictably, using every forum to attack Sarathkumar.He, in turn, realising that the public was behind him, announced his decision to join hands with Rajinikanth, who supported the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) – Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC) alliance.In 1996, Sarath Kumar entered politics, joining the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).