WATCH: Rajinikanth Breaks Down After Paying Last Respects To Vijayakanth

CHENNAI: On December 28, DMDK chief and revered actor Vijayakanth passed away in Chennai, marking a significant loss for the Tamil film industry and politics.

Rajinikanth, who was in Tuticorin filming for his upcoming project ‘Vettaiyan’, immediately rushed to Chennai to pay his final respects to the late Captain.

A poignant video from Vijayakanth’s funeral captures Rajinikanth breaking down in his car as he exits the ceremony.

In a deeply emotional moment, Rajinikanth, visibly moved, met a fellow mourner during the funeral procession, a scene that has since gone viral.

Speaking to the media from Tuticorin airport, Rajinikanth expressed his grief, stating, “My heart aches. Vijayakanth was a man of great willpower. I last saw him at the DMDK’s general body meeting and believed he would overcome his health challenges. His demise is a tremendous loss for the people of Tamil Nadu.”

About Vijayakanth:

Popularly known as Captain, Vijayakanth, aged 71, breathed his last at a private hospital in Chennai. He is survived by his wife, Premalatha, and two sons, Vijaya Prabhakaran and Shanmuga Pandian.

On December 26, Vijayakanth underwent a routine check-up at a private hospital, with his party assuring the public of his well-being. Unfortunately, his health deteriorated, leading to his demise at approximately 6:30 am on December 28.

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Vijayakanth’s mortal remains were placed at the Island Grounds in Chennai for public homage on December 29 and were later cremated with full state honors.

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