Vijay Raghavendra makes heartfelt speech, fights tears at first public appearance since wife Spandana's passing

Vijay Raghavendra's last few projects have essentially belonged to the mystery-thriller genre and it looks like the actor has found a particular liking for it. Very recently, the trailer of his upcoming film 'Kaddha Chitra' was launched at a social event that Vijay Raghavendra, too, attended but unlike his previous public appearances, this one came under a lot more scrutiny than usual. 

Vijay Raghavendra's last few projects have essentially belonged to the mystery-thriller genre and it looks like the actor has found a particular liking for it. Very recently, the trailer of his upcoming film 'Kaddha Chitra' was launched at a social event that Vijay Raghavendra, too, attended but unlike his previous public appearances, this one came under a lot more scrutiny than usual. 

Actor Vijay Raghavendra's wife Spandana passes away due to heart attack in Bangkok 

"I decided to not break down in tears," says Vijay Raghavendra

But the same event saw Vijay Raghavendra being a model of resilience and a sincere professional who came out to support his Kaddha Chitra team despite his personal grief. Taking the mic, the actor spoke about the film and its making, and he was convinced to play the role following his initial reluctance. In the same breath, he would also thank the media, the general public and everyone else who stood by him in the tough times.

"You all have stood by me like a mother, like a family and this fact is of great value to me," said Vijay Raghavendra, fighting tears. "I wanted to not break down in tears because she (Spandana) respected this team a lot," he added. 

"I am not doing anything extraordinary by showing up here. It is every artist's responsibility to support their producers because they give you work, money, opportunity, comfort and so much more," added Vijay Raghavendra.

An endearing anniversary tribute to wife, Spandana

On the occasion of their 16th wedding anniversary, Vijay Raghavendra took to social media to share a heartwarming video tribute to his late wife. "I Love you Chinna!" wrote the actor as he shared a video comprising some of the best moments of their life together, along with a voiceover. The post, of course, would attract a lot of positive comments and love from including fellow Kannada film actors such as Diganth Manchale, Aindrita Ray, Anu Prabhakar Mukherjee, Shanvi Srivastava and others.