PRIME MINISTER NARENDRA MODI CONDOLES ACTOR VIVEKH'S DEMISE - "HIS COMIC TIMING AND INTELLIGENT DIALOGUES..."

The untimely demise of noted actor Vivek has left many saddened. His comic timing and intelligent dialogues entertained people. Both in his films and his life, his concern for the environment and society shone through. Condolences to his family, friends and admirers. Om Shanti.

The untimely demise of noted actor Vivek has left many saddened. His comic timing and intelligent dialogues entertained people. Both in his films and his life, his concern for the environment and society shone through. Condolences to his family, friends and admirers. Om Shanti.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 17, 2021

Among the notable films of Vivekh include Anniyan, Dharala Prabhu, Sivaji, Manathil Urudhi Vendum, Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal, Vellai Pookal and the like. He was also a keen environmentalist, having planted lakhs of trees, having drawn the inspiration first from former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.

Dravidar Kazhagam president K. Veeramani said, “Actor Vivek's demise is deeply saddening for all of us. For his contribution to acting and raising social issues through films, he proved he was a great actor. He encouraged the youth and was praised by all for his contribution to the society.”

Actor Soori said that Vivekh spoke about social awareness in his films. He was not just a comedian but a real hero. "Even the trees that he planted today would be crying along with those who he entertained."