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28th December 2023
Vijayakanth, fondly known as ‘Captain’, was a renowned Tamil actor and founder of the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) political party. He passed away at the age of 71. His demise has left a void in the Tamil film industry and political landscape. This blog post is a tribute to his life, values, career accomplishments, and his extensive filmography.
Vijayakanth: A Man of Values and Good Character
Vijayakanth was known for his dedication towards his craft. He was one of the very few Tamil actors who acted only in Tamil films throughout his career. His films often revolved around themes of corruption, honesty, and keeping up promises. He was best known for his gravity-defying stunts in low-budget films where he would single-handedly dispatch his enemies. His dedication was evident as he often worked three shifts per day.
Career Accomplishments and Awards
Vijayakanth had a successful career both in the film industry and in politics. He served as the Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from 2011 to 2016. Before entering politics, he was a successful actor, producer, and director. He was the founder and president of the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) Political party.
In terms of awards, Vijayakanth was honored with the Kalaimamani Award by the Tamil Nadu Government in 2001. He also won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil for the film ‘Amman Kovil Kizhakale’ in 1986. His film ‘Vaanathai Pola’ won two awards; a Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Film of the year and National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
Extensive Filmography
Vijayakanth’s filmography is extensive, with notable films spanning several decades. Here are a few of his notable films:
- ‘Inikkum Ilamai’ இனிக்கும் இளமை (1979), his debut film.
- ‘Sattam Oru Iruttarai’ சட்டம் ஒரு இருட்டறை (1981), the film that made him a commercial hero.
- ‘Pulan Visaranai’ புலன் விசாரணை (1990), considered one of the greatest crime thrillers of Tamil at the time.
- ‘Captain Prabhakaran’ கேப்டன் பிரபாகரன் (1991), his 100th film.
- ‘Vallarasu’ வல்லரசு (2000), in which he got the title ‘Puratchi Kalaignar’.
- ‘Narasimha’ நரசிம்மா (2001), a notable film in the 2000s.
- ‘Viruthagiri’ விருதகிரி (2010), his last film as a lead actor.
- ‘Sagaptham’ சகாப்தம் (2015), in which his son Shanmuga Pandian debuted as a lead actor.
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Vijayakanth’s legacy will continue to inspire many in the fields of cinema and politics. His contributions to Tamil cinema and politics will always be remembered. May his soul rest in peace.
