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Rajinikanth (born Shivaji Rao Gaikwad on 12 December 1950) is an Indian actor, producer, and cultural icon who works primarily in Tamil cinema. With a career spanning over five decades, he is one of
...Read more- Johnny to Jailer: 16 Rajinikanth films that define his career
From Rajinikanth's 'angry young man' portrayal of the poor and the wronged, to gestures that have become iconic, a look back at 16 films that resonated with audiences.
- Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: Top 5 films of Thalaivar, the bus conductor who became India's Superstar
Rajinikanth, who made his acting debut with the Tamil film 'Apoorva Raagangal' in 1975, has turned 73 years old on December 12, 2023.
- On superstar Rajinikanth's 73rd birthday, a look at his net worth, assets
Even at this age, Rajinikanth is uber-famous and has an army of fans. His recent film “Jailer” was declared a superhit and minted Rs 600 crore at the box office. Rajinikanth, who is one of the highest paid actors in India, took a fee of Rs 210 crore, according to reports.
- Rajinikanth's Chennai home affected by Cyclone Michaung, fan records video of flooded streets
Rajinikanth is currently away in Tirunelveli for the filming of his upcoming venture 'Thalaivar 170'.
- Rajinikanth on working with Amitabh Bachchan after 33 years in 'Thalaivar 170': 'Heart thumping with joy'
'Thalaivar 170' is Rajinikanth's 170th project. In a blogpost, Amitabh Bachchan described Rajinikanth as an 'extraordinary human'.
- Video of Rajinikanth's doppelganger, who sells tea in Kerala, is viral. Watch
The now-viral video was shared on X (formerly Twitter) by a user account @despoters_12345. In the clip, Sudhakar Prabhu was seen wearing a pair of shorts and a shirt while talking to a few customers. He shared a striking resemblance to Rajinikanth and the internet just couldn’t keep calm.
- 'Jailer' actor G Marimuthu dies at 58. Rajinikanth, Tamil film industry condole death
G Marimuthu had last graced the silver screen alongside superstar Rajinikanth in the movie 'Jailer’.
- Superstar Rajinikanth, ex bus conductor, makes surprise visit to Bengaluru bus depot. See pics
Rajinikanth visited a bus depot in the southern part of Bengaluru, much to the surprise of those working there.
- Freshworks employees celebrate Madras Day, CEO's entry ft. Rajinikanth. Watch
Madras Day: 'Just as Madras evolves while staying true to its heritage, Freshworks has embraced the spirit of the city while making its mark on the global stage,' the company said.
- It is my habit to fall at the feet of a sanyasi or yogi, says Rajinikanth
The actor's remarks came in response to a query over the "controversy" surrounding his touching the feet of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently during his visit to Lucknow.
- Japanese ambassador dances to Tamannah's 'Kaavaalaa' with YouTuber. Viral video
In the clip shared on X (formerly Twitter), Japan's ambassador to India, Hiroshi Suzuki, can be seen dancing to "Kaavaalaa" with a YouTuber named Mayo-san.
- Book excerpt: Sridevi: The South Years | How Sridevi & Kamal Haasan became South film industry's most bankable pair in the '70s
On Sridevi's 60th birth anniversary, an excerpt from the chapter "The Years of Night and Lotus (I)", in 'Sridevi: The South Years' by Amborish Roychoudhury.
- Rapido organises ‘Jailer’ screening for 500 auto drivers in Chennai
Rapido has organised an exclusive screening of 'Jailer' for its auto captains in Chennai. The screening will take place on August 12 at Chennai’s Krishnaveni Theatre.
- Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' records highest gross opening; net collections cross Rs 44 crore
As "Jailer" continues to captivate audiences and dominate theaters, its multi-faceted narrative and star-studded cast draw film enthusiasts from all corners, reaffirming the magnetic allure of cinema and its indomitable ability to create moments of grand celebration.
- Long queues, booked shows: Twitter abuzz with Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' frenzy
Theatres across Tamil Nadu are booked through the week and fans celebrated the Rajinikanth-starrer's arrival with pomp and grandeur.
- Japanese couple travelled from Osaka to Chennai to watch Rajinikanth's 'Jailer'. Video
Yasuda Hidetoshi said he had been watching Rajinikanth movies for over 20 years.
- Jailer review: Rajinikanth bounces back in a 'paisa vasool' entertainer
This is a quieter Rajinikanth who hardly raises his voice. He isn’t kicking and throwing punches, and the punch line itself is just three words 'Tiger ka hukum'.
- Bengaluru, Chennai offices declare holiday on 'Jailer' release day amid Rajinikanth frenzy
“Uno Aqua Care” in Tamil Nadu has declared August 10 as an official holiday. The office has branches in cities like Chennai and Bengaluru, among others. A notice by the office mentioned that this move will prevent people in “piling” up the HR with sick leave requests.
- Freshworks books 2,200 tickets for Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' for employees, says CEO Girish Mathrubootham
'Jailer' release: Several companies have gone to the extent of declaring a holiday on the Rajinikanth film's release date so that employees can get the first-day-first-show experience.
- Will Rajinikanth reinvent himself with ‘Jailer’?
Kamal Haasan’s reinvention with Vikram means that the clash of the senior Titans in Kollywood is still alive. There is a lot riding on Jailer - Rajinikanth’s superstardom depends on his reinvention.
