MK Stalin On Stage, PM's "National Interest" Tribute To Captain Vijayakanth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tribute to Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder and renowned actor Vijayakanth, saying he was 'captain' not just in cinema but in politics too. "Just a few days ago, we lost Thiru Vijayakanth ji. He was a captain not only in the world of cinema, but also in politics. He won the hearts of people through his work in cinema. As a politician, he always put national interest above everything. I pay my tributes to him and express condolences to his family and admirers," the Prime Minister said in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirapalli.