Renowned actor and DMDK leader, Vijayakanth, breathed his last on December 28, 2023, succumbing to pneumonia after battling COVID-19. The news of his demise left the Kollywood industry in mourning, prompting numerous celebrities to pay their respects at the actor’s memorial.
During an interview with India Glitz, actor Radha Ravi expressed deep regret for missing a crucial call from the late Vijayakanth. Ravi revealed that he had received a call from Vijayakanth’s residence while the actor was still alive but was unable to attend. Recounting the events, Ravi shared that he and Vijayakanth had developed a close friendship, especially in the months following the latter’s hospitalization. Upon returning home, Vijayakanth had reportedly requested his wife, Premalatha Vijayakanth, to contact Radha Ravi and invite him to visit. Unfortunately, Ravi acknowledged that due to an oversight, he failed to answer the call, expressing remorse for the missed opportunity to meet Vijayakanth while he was still alive.
Despite their occasional disagreements stemming from differing political ideologies, Radha Ravi and Vijayakanth had been friends for many years, having shared the screen in numerous Tamil films. Following Vijayakanth’s passing, Radha Ravi paid his respects at the actor’s memorial, emphasizing the enduring bond they had shared throughout their careers.