Watch: Vijay, Trisha Visit Ajith In Emotional Moment

Tamil actor Ajith Kumar returned to Chennai from Dubai on Saturday following the death of his mother, Mohini Mani, who passed away at the age… Tamil actor Ajith Kumar returned to Chennai from Dubai on Saturday following the death of his mother, Mohini Mani, who passed away at the age of 89. As Ajith and his family mourned the loss, several prominent personalities from the film industry and political circles visited his residence to offer condolences. Among those who paid their respects were Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and actress Trisha Krishnan. Videos circulating on social media showed Vijay arriving at Ajith Kumar’s residence amid heavy security. In one of the clips, Vijay was seen greeting and embracing Ajith before entering the house to meet the grieving family. Trisha was also seen visiting the residence and offering her condolences. Mohini Mani passed away in Chennai on Saturday morning. According to the family, she died peacefully in her sleep after a period of declining health. Sharing the news, Ajith Kumar’s family issued a statement saying, “Our mother, Mohini Mani, passed away early this morning, in her sleep, after a period of declining health. She was 89. We are grateful for the care and support provided to her and our family by a number of medical professionals these last few years.” The family also requested privacy during this difficult time and said the last rites would be conducted privately. “Her last rites will be a private, family affair. We trust that all who have known the ache of losing a parent or a beloved elder will respect our wish to grieve quietly, honouring her memory with the same equanimity, dignity and gentle strength she showed us every single day of her life,” the family said in the note, signed by Anup Kumar, Ajith Kumar and Anil Kumar. Thank you @TVKVijayHQ sir 🙏 pic.twitter.com/bzSysgoJfF