Vijayakanth, founder of the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK), was rushed to hospital after experiencing breathing trouble yesterday.
Actor-politician Vijayakanth admitted to hospital; nothing to worry, says party
Mumbai - 20 May 2021 15:30 IST
Our Correspondent
Actor-politician Vijayakanth was admitted to the MIOT hospital in Chennai in the wee hours yesterday after complaining of breathing trouble. He is stable but has been placed in the intensive care unit as a precautionary measure.
The DMDK founder president, also known as Captain, has been keeping away from the limelight of late owing to health problems. The Hindu newspaper quoted sources from the hospital as saying he had tested negative for COVID-19 and was stable.
A statement from the party assured its members that 'Vijayakanth was admitted to hospital for a routine health check-up' and could be discharged in a day or two.
Vijayakant admitted to hospital for routine health check up; he is in good condition and will be discharged in a day or two, says DMDK statement. pic.twitter.com/Dpbohcbzu7
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Vijayakanth founded the DMDK in 2005 and has been active in politics since. He was last seen on the big screen in Virudhagiri (2010), which he also directed. He made an appearance in Sagaptham (2015).
