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Dec 28, 2023 · Vijayakanth was popularly known as Captain due to his portrayal of military roles on screen. Speaking of his political career, the actor turned politician in 2005 and founded his party Desiya ...
Dec 28, 2023 · In Short. Vijayakanth died on December 28 in Chennai. He was 71. Vijayakanth was one of the celebrated actors and politicians in Tamil Nadu. Actor-politician Vijayakanth, who was fondly called Captain, was a formidable force in the Tamil film industry. On December 28, he died due to pneumonia at a private hospital in Chennai.
Dec 28, 2023 · Vijayakanth began his acting journey with “Inikkum Ilamai” in 1979. His unassuming looks and powerful screen presence quickly made him a popular figure among the audience. His first significant break happened with Sattam Oru Iruttarai in 1981, directed by Vijay’s father SA Chandrasekhar.
Dec 28, 2023 · Shilpa Nair. Chennai, UPDATED: Dec 28, 2023 11:59 IST. Actor and DMDK chief Vijayakanth, 71, died at a private hospital in Chennai on Thursday. He was on ventilator support after testing positive for Covid-19, as per his party. However, the hospital's statement mentioned he had pneumonia. A statement by the hospital read, "Captain Vijayakanth ...
Dec 28, 2023 · Actor-turned-politician Vijayakanth. (HT) Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the demise of Tamil actor and DMDK chief Vijayakanth, who died at a private hospital in Chennai today, Thursday ...
Vijayakanth (1952-2023) Vijayakanth. Vijayakanth, who's affectionately called 'Puratchi Kalaignar' and 'Captain' by his fans and well-wishers, had to face so many challenges and unfriendly situations before he could achieve the fame and popularity he's enjoying to-day in Tamil filmfield. He, whose original name was Vijayaraj, was born on 25th ...
Dec 28, 2023 · Vijayakanth, a prominent figure in Tamil Nadu politics, founded the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) party in 2005. Seen as a potential alternative to the established Dravidian parties like DMK and AIADMK, Vijayakanth had been unwell and relatively low-profile for the past 4-5 years.
