Vijayakant, actor and DMDK founder, passes away.

BREAKING NEWS

A tribute to Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder Vijayakant, known as 'Captain' by his followers.

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Explore Vijayakant's unique journey from a successful film actor to a political figure, setting himself apart from contemporaries like Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth.

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Detailing his recent health struggles, Vijayakant's battle with pneumonia and COVID-19, leading to his hospitalization and eventual passing at the age of 71.

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Reflect on his last public appearance at the party meeting on December 14, where his wife, Premalatha Vijayakanth, was elected as the general secretary.

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Highlight Vijayakant's significant impact on Tamil Nadu politics, challenging stalwarts like M. Karunanidhi and Jayalalithaa, and leading a third force with DMDK.

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Draw parallels with MGR, acknowledging Vijayakant as one of the few film actors to achieve political success, shaping his own path rather than inheriting a political legacy.

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Conclude with a heartfelt farewell, acknowledging his contributions to both cinema and politics, leaving a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu's political landscape.

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BREAKING NEWS

Vijayakant, actor and DMDK founder, passes away.

A tribute to Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder Vijayakant, known as 'Captain' by his followers.

REMEMBERING CAPTAIN VIJAYAKANT:

Explore Vijayakant's unique journey from a successful film actor to a political figure, setting himself apart from contemporaries like Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth.

A POLITICAL JOURNEY:

Detailing his recent health struggles, Vijayakant's battle with pneumonia and COVID-19, leading to his hospitalization and eventual passing at the age of 71.

HEALTH STRUGGLES:

Reflect on his last public appearance at the party meeting on December 14, where his wife, Premalatha Vijayakanth, was elected as the general secretary.

LAST PUBLIC APPEARANCE:

Highlight Vijayakant's significant impact on Tamil Nadu politics, challenging stalwarts like M. Karunanidhi and Jayalalithaa, and leading a third force with DMDK.

POLITICAL IMPACT:

Draw parallels with MGR, acknowledging Vijayakant as one of the few film actors to achieve political success, shaping his own path rather than inheriting a political legacy.

LEGACY IN CINEMA AND POLITICS:

Conclude with a heartfelt farewell, acknowledging his contributions to both cinema and politics, leaving a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu's political landscape.

FINAL FAREWELL: