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    DMDK chief Vijayakanth dies at 71: PM Modi, Vikram and others react to 'Captain's' death

    Vijayakanth, who was affectionately known as 'Captain for his memorable portrayals of military characters on screen, had encountered health challenges and reports indicated that he had faced difficulty in breathing and died on Thursday.

    Moneycontrol News
    December 29, 2023 / 11:11 IST
    Vijayakanth

    Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder and general secretary Vijayakanth died, at the age of 71, after being diagnosed with COVID-19 in Chennai on Thursday.

    The yesteryear actor, who was affectionately known as "Captain" for his memorable portrayals of military characters on screen, had encountered health challenges and reports indicated that he had faced difficulty in breathing, prompting diagnostic tests that ultimately confirmed a diagnosis of coronavirus infection, as revealed by his party in a recent statement.

    Reactions to the actor-politician's death poured in from various quarters:




    The actor had been facing health issues since November, and on December 15, his wife, Premalatha Vijayakanth, took over as the general secretary of DMDK.





    Vijayakanth made a foray into politics in 2005, by founding the DMDK and the party's formation proved to be a key departure in Tamil Nadu's political landscape.

    Also read: Kamal Haasan reacts to Vijayakanth's death: 'Lived with humanity in every action'

    Moneycontrol News
    first published: Dec 28, 2023 11:36 am

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