In a solemn tribute to the late actor-politician Vijayakanth at Island Ground in Chennai, Thalapathy Vijay faced a disturbing incident that has sparked condemnation from fans and industry figures alike. As the actor paid his respects to the departed icon, a video circulating online captures an unfortunate incident where a shoe was thrown at him. The incident has prompted fans, including those of actor Ajith, to express their strong disapproval and call for respect despite longstanding fan rivalries.
On Thursday evening, Thalapathy Vijay joined the gathering at Island Ground in Chennai to pay tribute to the late Captain Vijayakanth, who passed away due to pneumonia. The actor-politician had tested positive for Covid-19 and was on ventilator support before his demise. Vijay, visibly distraught, walked through a crowd of fans gathered to mourn the loss of the iconic figure.
A video circulating online captures a disheartening moment during Vijay’s tribute, where a shoe was thrown at him. In the footage, Vijay does not look back, and a person walking beside him promptly throws the shoe back in the direction it came from. The motive behind this seemingly targeted act remains unclear.
In response to the incident, a representative of one of actor Ajith’s fan clubs released a statement condemning the attack. The statement emphasized the need for respect when individuals visit a place, irrespective of any past fan rivalries. The representative expressed disapproval, stating, “Throwing a slipper to @actorvijay is totally not acceptable. Stay strong #Vijay.” The incident has reignited discussions about the clashes between fans of Vijay and Ajith in the past.
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The funeral of Captain Vijayakanth, saw the presence of various film industry figures, including Rajinikanth, who came to pay their respects. The event marks the end of an era for the iconic actor-politician, and the industry mourns the loss of a stalwart figure.
