DMDK founder-leader Vijaykanth dies
PTI
DMDK founder-leader and popular yesteryear actor Vijaykanth passed away on Thursday, at the age of 71.
Popularly known as Captain Vijaykanth, he died in Chennai following illness; he was admitted to MIOT International hospital.
Praised as `Karuppu MGR` (black MGR) for his generosity, he was a beacon of hope for the public & gave them an alternative to DMK and AIADMK.
He had been ill for past 4-5 years and his wife Premalatha formally took over reins of DMDK on December 14; she was declared as General Secretary of the party.
The DMDK founder was on ventilatory support after his admission for pneumonia, while his party in their statement said he had Covid.
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