Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth’s unmatched stardom took centre stage during Pongal, as a devoted fan from Madurai marked the harvest festival in an extraordinary way, blending faith, fandom, and tradition, and turning a personal celebration into a moment that captured statewide attention.

Padayappa’s re-release on December 12, celebrating Rajinikanth’s birthday, drew massive crowds, showing that even decades later, the classic film still commands love, nostalgia, and strong box office power today nationwide.

Rajinikanth turned emotional while paying tribute to late producer AVM Saravanan, recalling their close personal bond and the guidance that shaped his career. Kamal Haasan also honoured Saravanan, remembering him as a nurturing mentor who played a pivotal role in his formative years.

Thalaivar 173 is being produced by Kamal Haasan under his banner Rajkamal Films International. The film is planned for a grand release during Pongal 2027.

Rajinikanth’s Thalaivar 173 has gained fresh momentum with the makers officially announcing Cibi Chakravarty as the new director. Backed by Raaj Kamal Films International, the film is now gearing up for a planned Pongal 2027 release.

Rajinikanth welcomed the New Year by greeting fans gathered outside his home, sharing a filmy video inspired by his iconic film Muthu. The superstar thanked his devoted admirers and wished everyone a happy and blessed 2026.

Lokesh Kanagaraj talked about the movie's journey and thanked fans who supported it even though it got bad reviews.

Mithun Chakraborty’s recent comments have sparked strong buzz around Shah Rukh Khan’s cameo in Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, raising excitement about a possible mega crossover between two of Indian cinema’s biggest superstars, even as the makers await an official confirmation.

Former cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin came out in support of Rajinikanth’s Coolie, saying he enjoyed the film when he watched it on OTT without distractions despite widespread online criticism. Questioning social media review culture, Ashwin argued that while critics may spot flaws, personal viewing experience ultimately matters more.

Vidya Balan has reportedly joined the cast of Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, playing a strong, layered character that will bring a major turning point to the story. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the much-awaited sequel is expected to release around August 2026 and promises bigger action, higher stakes, and a pan-Indian appeal.

Superstar Rajinikanth marked his 75th birthday with a spiritual visit to the Tiruchanoor Sri Padmavati Ammavari Temple alongside his family, including wife Latha, daughter Aishwarya, and grandsons Yatra Raja and Linga, sons of Dhanush.

Meghana Raj Sarja is also returning in Malayalam movies with Ottakomban, which stars Suresh Gopi. Matthews Thomas is in charge of making the movie right now.

Superstar Rajinikanth visited the Tirumala Tirupati temple with his family a day after celebrating his 75th birthday, seeking blessings from Lord Venkateshwara. The visit followed the festive re-release of Padayappa in 4K and his birthday celebrations on the sets of Jailer 2, which he is set to complete later this month.

Rajinikanth’s 75th birthday sparked heartfelt tributes from his daughters, with Soundarya calling him her “universe” and “the emperor” while sharing her favourite photo of him. Aishwaryaa also marked the day with a sweet moment, feeding her father cake as fans celebrated the legendary actor’s milestone.

Rajinikanth celebrated his 75th birthday on the sets of Jailer 2, with Sun Pictures sharing viral behind-the-scenes moments of the superstar cutting cake with the team. As he returns as Muthuvel Pandian alongside a star-studded cast, the highly awaited sequel is set for a worldwide release on June 12, 2026.

Rajinikanth’s journey from bus driver to global icon is a rare story of breaking norms with charisma, humility, and reinvention. As he turns 75, his five-decade legacy continues to inspire generations across languages and borders.

Tamil Nadu theatres say the system has reached breaking point, with Tirupur Subramaniam urging top stars like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan to accept salary cuts as the current financial model can no longer sustain itself.

Vinayakan confirmed he will return as Varman in Jailer 2 while promoting his Malayalam film Kalamkaval. His announcement has boosted the sequel’s hype, with fans eager to see how the character reappears.

Ranveer Singh was all humility and admiration at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI 2025) in Goa, where he was among the stars honoring Rajinikanth on the occasion of his 50-year cinematic journey.

Rajinikanth arrived in Goa with daughter Aishwarya for IFFI’s closing ceremony, where he will be honoured for 50 years in cinema, creating a moment of pride and excitement for fans.