Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder-leader and actor Vijayakanth passed away in Chennai, aged 71, after testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. Officials at Miot Hospital confirmed his death. The actor-politician, known by fans as the "Captain" for his portrayal of military characters, was admitted for the treatment of pneumonia and was on ventilator support. His demise sent shockwaves amid his fans and well wishers.

Trisha Krishnan, Vikram pay tribute to the legendary late actor