Vijayakanth Biography | Vijayakanth Wife, Son, Family, Age & Net Worth

1. Birth and Background:

- Born Narayanan Vijayaraj Alagarswami on August 25, 1952, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

2. Political Journey:

  1. Founded Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) in 2005.
  2. Sole winning candidate in the 2006 Tamil Nadu legislative assembly election.
Vijayakanth Biography - Vijayakanth Wife, Son, Family, Age & Net Worth

3. Film Career:

  • Former actor known as 'Captain' for his 1991 film Captain Prabhakaran.
  • Contributed to Tamil cinema's success in the '80s and early '90s.

4. Awards and Nicknames:

  1. Awarded Kalaimamani in 2001.
  2. Nicknamed 'Captain,' 'Karuppu MGR,' and 'Puratchi kalaignar.'

5. Political Impact:

DMDK gained 10% of votes in the 2009 Lok Sabha election but declined in the 2010s.

6. Public Mourning:

  • Passed away on December 28, 2023, due to pneumonia and COVID-19 complications.
  • Last rites to be held at DMDK's Chennai office.

7. Condolences from Leaders:

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and PM Narendra Modi expressed sadness.

Acknowledged his contributions to both Tamil Nadu's politics and film industry.

8. Health Struggles:

Admitted to the hospital last month, discharged two weeks ago, battling pulmonary issues.

Attended his last public function on December 14.

9. Personal Life:

Married to Premalatha Vijayakant since 1990, with two children.

Real name Vijayaraj Azhagarswami Naidu.

10. Party Formation and Ideology:

Formed DMDK on September 14, 2005, aligning with regional Dravidian parties.

Party's head office in Koyambedu, Chennai.

11. Election Performance:

DMDK contested all 234 seats in the 2006 assembly elections, winning one.

Declined alliances with other parties, self-funding the party.

12. Legacy and Humor in Cinema:

Instrumental in launching careers of other actors.

Known for his unique and humorous roles, providing relief to frustrated viewers.

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