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Kamal Haasan Pays Heartfelt Tribute To ‘Captain’ Vijayakanth on His Second Death Anniversary, Pens ‘Moments of Friendship With Him Are Lingering in My Memory’ (View Post)

Tamil superstar Kamal Haasan paid a heartfelt tribute to Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder and Kollywood cinema icon Vijayakanth on the occasion of his second death anniversary on December 28, 2025. In his post, he lauded Captain’s connection with Tamil people and also reflected on their friendship.

Suriya Sivakumar Breaks Down in Tears While Paying Homage to Late Actor-Politician Vijayakanth (Watch Viral Video)

Vijayakanth’s funeral was held on December 29, 2023. He was buried with full state honours at the campus of the DMDK Party headquarters at Koyambedu, Chennai.

Rajinikanth Offers Heartfelt Tribute to DMDK Chief and Actor Vijayakanth (Watch Video)

Rajinikanth paid his final respects to DMDK chief and actor Vijayakanth, offering condolences to Vijayakanth's wife Premalatha Vijayakanth at the Island Ground, Anna Salai, where the late actor-politician's mortal remains are kept.

Vijayakanth Funeral Update: Kamal Haasan Pays Last Respects to the Late Tamil Actor (Watch Video)

Vijayakanth, aged 71, breathed his last on December 28, 2023. Fondly called as ‘Captain’, he featured in over 154 movies before venturing into politics.

Vijayakanth Funeral Update: Supporters Gather at Chennai’s Island Ground To Pay Tribute to the Late Actor-Politician (Watch Video)

Tamil actor and DMDK chief Vijayakanth’s demise has left fans, industry and party members heartbroken. Many have arrived at the Island Ground in Chennai to pay their tributes.

Vijayakanth Funeral Update: Actor–Politician’s Mortal Remains Brought to Island Ground for Public Homage (Watch Video)

Vijayakanth, the actor-turned-politician, was put on ventilator support after he complained of breathing problems. He died due to pneumonia at a hospital in Chennai.

Vijayakanth Funeral Update: Actor-Politician's Last Rites Scheduled for 4.45 PM on December 29 at DMDK Office in Koyambed

Vijayakanth passed away in Chennai today after testing positive for Covid-19. The distinguished actor and DMDK chief left a significant mark on Tamil cinema and politics.

RIP Vijayakanth: Sonu Sood Reveals His Debut Film Kallazhagar Was a ‘Gift From the Legend’, Says ‘I Owe My Career to Him’

Vijayakanth, the legendary actor of Tamil Cinema, breathed his last at the age of 71. He rose to prominence as an action icon in the 1980s and 1990s.

RIP Vijayakanth: Kamal Haasan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Jr NTR and More Celebs Express Grief Over Demise of Renowned Actor–Politician

The celebrities of Tamil Cinema took to X to express their heartfelt condolences over the demise of renowned actor and DMDK chief Vijayakanth. Check out their posts here.

Vijayakanth Passes Away: From Doorathu Idi Muzhakkam To Captain Prabhakaran, 5 Iconic Tamil Films of Renowned Actor-Politician

Vijayakanth is remembered as one of the iconic actors of Tamil cinema and a prominent political figure in Tamil Nadu. Here’s looking at the five iconic Tamil films of the beloved actor–politician.

Vijayakanth, Actor and Politician, Dies at 71 in Chennai After Testing Positive for COVID-19

Vijayakanth was predominantly known for his works in Tamil Cinema. The renowned actor and DMDK chief died in Chennai today.

Vijayakanth Health Update: Actor-Politician's Condition Mildy Deteriorates, Needs Further Treatment

Vijayakanth was admitted to the hospital on November 18. According to reports, initially, he was taken to a private hospital in Chennai for a general health check-up.

Vijayakanth Health Update: Former Actor and DMDK General Secretary Hospitalised, Supported With Artificial Ventilation – Reports

Vijayakanth aka Narayanan Vijayaraj Alagarswami, is a former actor, popularly known for his works in Tamil Cinema. He is the general secretary of the political party Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam.

Erode Assembly By-Election 2023: Polling Begins for Tamil Nadu Bypoll, 77 Candidates in Fray for One Seat

Elections were necessitated in the constituency after the sudden demise of Congress MLA Thirumahan Eveera. This time Thirumahan Eveera's father Congress Senior Leader EVKS Elangovan is contesting with the DMK in an alliance.

Vijayakanth, DMDK Founder, To Fly Abroad For Medical Check-Up

DMDK founder Vijayakanth on Monday said he will fly abroad for medical treatment soon and urged his fans to not converge here on his birthday on August 25, citing the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2021: DMDK Snaps Ties With AIADMK-BJP Alliance Ahead of Polls

Actor Vijayakanth's Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) has decided to quit the AIADMK-BJP alliance in Tamil Nadu ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.