On this day in 2018, M. Karunanidhi fondly called as 'Kalaignar' by his supporters passed away due to age-related illness and multiple organ failure at the age of 94. A leader par excellence, Karunanidhi who served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for over two decades was also the President of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). Screenwriter, poet, novelist, and politician are a few of the facets of his illustrious career and life! On his first death anniversary, we bring to you interesting facts about the 'Kalaignar' and his rich political legacy.