Vijayakanth, founder-leader of DMDK and renowned Tamil actor, passed away at 71. He was admitted to the hospital for pneumonia and was on ventilatory support.
Vijayakanth Death News: In a somber turn of events, Captain Vijayakanth, acclaimed actor and leader of the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) party, breathed his last today following a battle with Covid-19. The 71-year-old charismatic personality had tested positive for the virus, leading to his admission to the hospital and subsequent reliance on ventilator support due to respiratory challenges.
Viral pneumonia caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus usually affects the upper respiratory tract. But it could become severe in those with compromised conditions.