Tamil Nadu Politician and Former Actor Vijayakanth No More
Birth and Death: Narayanan Vijayaraj Alagarswami, born on 25 August 1952 in Madurai, passed away on 28 December 2023, aged 71, in Chennai.
Cause of Death: Vijayakanth succumbed to pneumonia, following a COVID-19 diagnosis, leading to breathing difficulties.
Political Affiliation: Leader of Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK), he played a significant role in Tamil Nadu politics.
Family: Married to Premalatha Vijayakant since 1990, he leaves behind two children.
Versatile Profession: Known as 'Captain' and 'Karuppu MGR,' Vijayakanth was a renowned film actor, director, producer, politician, and philanthropist.
Political Milestones: Founded DMDK in 2005, won the 2006 Tamil Nadu legislative assembly election, and secured 10% of the vote in the 2009 Lok Sabha election.
Decline of Party: Despite initial success, DMDK faced a decline in the early 2010s.
Film Legacy: Achieved fame through the success of his 1991 film "Captain Prabhakaran."
Last Rites: Scheduled for the next evening at the DMDK party's head office in Chennai.
Condolences: Leaders like M.K. Stalin and PM Narendra Modi expressed condolences, recognizing his impact on Tamil Nadu's politics and film industry.
Health Struggles: Admitted to the hospital last month, he required pulmonary support, and his last public function was on December 14.