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Vijayaraj Alagarswami (25 August 1952 – 28 December 2023), better known by his stage name Vijayakanth, was an Indian actor, film director, film producer, philanthropist and politician. He served as the leader of the opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from 27 May 2011 to 21 February 2016.
Vijayakanth founded the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) in 2005 with the aim of providing an alternative political platform in Tamil Nadu, challenging the established Dravidian...
Dec 28, 2023 · DMDK founder-leader and popular yesteryear Tamil actor Vijayakanth died in Chennai on Thursday following an illness.
Dec 28, 2023 · Captain Vijayakanth Death News Live Updates: Vijayakanth died on Thursday due to pneumonia. The actor tested positive for Covid-19 and was on ventilator support. Condolences have been coming in from his legions of fans and colleagues. Funeral to take place today.
Dec 28, 2023 · On December 14, the actor-turned-politician made his first public appearance post-discharge to participate in DMDK’s executive and general council meeting. During the meeting, his wife Premalatha Vijayakanth was announced as the party’s new general secretary.
Dec 29, 2023 · Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's sister Selvi Karunanidhi mourns while paying her last respects to the mortal remains of DMDK founder-leader and veteran Tamil actor Vijayakanth, at...
Dec 28, 2023 · Vijayakanth, fondly called ‘Captain’, passed away at a private hospital in Chennai on Thursday after a prolonged illness. Actor and founder-leader of the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK), Vijayakanth, passed away at the age of 71 in Chennai on Thursday after battling Covid.
