Rajanikanth

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Sati Sulochana

(5 May 1961)

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Deepavali

(1960)

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Bhale Bava

(1957)

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Kanakatara

(1956)

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Rajinikanth heads to Hyderabad for 'Vettaiyan' shooting

9 Mar 2024

Rajinikanth is all set to come up with the upcoming film 'Vettaiyan'. On Saturday, he headed to Hyderabad for shooting of the movie.In the videos captured by paps, Rajinikanth was seen making his way towards the airport entrance. During media interaction, he talked about 'Vettaiyan' and said, "75 per cent of the shoot is over. As of now, the next movie is not finalised."'Vettaiyan', directed by TJ Gnanavel. The film also features legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, actors Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Dushara Vijayan, and Ritika Singh. The film will be released in the latter part of 2024.Rajinikanth has joined hands with ace producer Sajid Nadiadwala.Recently, the social media handle of Nadiadwala Grandson dropped a picture of Rajinikanth with Sajid Nadiadwala."It's a true honour to collaborate with the legendary Rajinikanth Sir! Anticipation mounts as we prepare to embark on this unforgettable journey together," Nadiawala said in a post on X.More details regarding the duo's collaboration are awaited.Rajinikanth was last seen in his daughter Aishwarya's film 'Lal Salaam'. The Tamil-language sports drama tackles themes of caste oppression and religious discrimination and opened to mixed reviews. Lal Salaam stars Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in the lead roles, while Rajinikanth is seen in an extended cameo as Moideen Bhai.

Rajinikanth with family arrives in Jamnagar for Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding celebrations

3 Mar 2024

(Gujarat) [India], March 3 : Megastar Rajinikanth along with his family arrived in Jamnagar for day 3 of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding celebrations. In the videos captured by paps, Rajinikanth can be seen making his way towards the venue in a car.Reliance Chairman Mukesh Ambani's youngest son, Anant Ambani, is set to tie the knot with industrialist Viren Merchant's daughter, Radhika Merchant, later this year.Several videos and pictures from the Saturday gala night went viral on social media. Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Sidharth Malhotra, Kiara Advani, Saif Ali Khan, Varun Dhawan, Anil Kapoor, Sara Ali Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Ananya Panday and Aditya Roy Kapur. Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are also attending the mega bash. Day 1 of the festivities witnessed a special drone show followed by a splendid performance by pop sensation Rihanna. Founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation, Nita Ambani spoke about the pre-wedding function of her son, Anant Ambani, with Radhika Merchant.She shared the relevance of art and culture and how she is "passionate" about it, saying, "Throughout my life, I have been inspired by arts and culture. It has deeply moved me and I am very passionate about it." While talking about her son's wedding she mentioned, "When it came to my youngest son Anant's wedding with Radhika, I had two important wishes - first, I wanted to celebrate our roots...Jamnagar holds a special place in our hearts and has a profound significance. Gujarat is where we come from, it's where Mukesh and his father built the refinery and I started my career by converting this arid and desert-like area into a lush green township and a vibrant community."

Fans awaits release of Rajinikanth's 'Lal Salaam' with enthusiasm, put up banners, garlands outside theatre in Chennai

8 Feb 2024

Lal Salaam', fans of megastar Rajinikanth put up banners, posters, and garlands outside the Rohini Theatre in Chennai.The visuals reflect the craze of the fans to watch the superstar in the film. Rajinikanth played a special role in Aishwarya Rajinikanth's directorial venture, Lal Salaam. Earlier, the makers of 'Lal Salaam' starring megastar Rajinikanth unveiled the poster and release date of the film.Sharing the first poster, the official account of Lyca Productions took to X and wrote, "Lal Salaam to hit screens on Pongal 2024."The poster features Rajinikanth and Vishnu Vishal with an old tomb building in the background. It also radiates old vibes, depicting Rajinikanth standing in front of a vintage car, with red colour palette as the name of the movie suggests.Soon after the makers unveiled the first look motion poster, fans flooded the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.A user commented, "Thalaivaaa. Pongal Blockbuster Loading"Another user wrote, "Thalaivar is coming for this Pongal."Rajinikanth's daughter Aishwaryaa, who has helmed the film, also shared the poster on Instagram, writing, "#thankful #grateful #blessed #lalsalaam Pongal 2024."Earlier, Aishwaryaa shared the first-look poster on Instagram. It shows Rajinikanth as Moideen Bhai walking in the middle of what is believed to be communal riots in Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1993.She wrote,"#Moideenbhai ... welcome...#lalslaam cannot caption when your heart is racing! #blessed."Rajinikanth will be seen playing an extended cameo in Lal Salaam. The film features Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in lead roles. It will have music scored by AR Rahman. The movie is helmed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth. The intriguing trailer of the film is also out and receiving attention from the fans. Rajinikanth was recently seen in 'Jailer,' which was a worldwide box-office hit. He plays a man seeking to avenge the death of his cop son. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff were in important cameos.

Rajinikanth greets fans gathered outside his Chennai residence on New Year

1 Jan 2024

Rajinikanth made a special appearance to greet his fans who gathered outside his Chennai residence to wish him on New Year.Several pictures and videos from his residence went viral on social media.Rajinikanth can be seen dressed in white Kurta Pyjama.He waved and blew flying kisses to fans eagerly waiting to get a glance of Thalaiva.Recently, Rajinikanth turned 73 on December 12.On this special occasion, fans gathered in large numbers with gifts and posters of the actor to extend their wishes.Rajinikanth's fans have also wished 'Thalaiva' on social media. They flooded Twitter and Instagram with birthday wishes in the form of creative posters and videos.Rajinikanth aka 'Thalaiva' is a name that has enthralled the audience with various characters and films over the course of his career spanning several decades.From children to the elderly, this legendary actor has fans across all age groups. His larger-than-life portrayal of characters and off-screen simplicity is what makes him stand apart from his peers.Meanwhile, on the work front, Rajinikanth is basking in the success of 'Jailer'. He plays a man seeking to avenge the death of his cop son in the movie. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff were seen in important cameos in the film.In the coming months, he will be seen sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan in ' 'Thalaivar 170'. It is being directed by TJ Gnanavel. Bachchan and Rajinikanth last worked together in the 1991 film 'Hum', directed by Mukul Anand.

Rajinikanth turns 73: Fans gather outside Thalaiva's home to celebrate his birthday

12 Dec 2023

Rajinikanth turned a year older on Tuesday, fans gathered outside his residence in Chennai to celebrate his birthday.Several pictures and videos from the superstar's residence went viral on social media.In the pictures, fans could be seen waiting to wish Thalaiva on his special day.Rajinikanth's fans have also wished 'Thalaiva' on social media. They have flooded Twitter and Instagram with birthday wishes in the form of creative posters and videos.Music composer Anirudh shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, "Happy birthday to the emperor Thalaiva @rajinikanth #HBDSuperstarRajinikanth."A user wrote, "Happy Birthday to the One and Only SUPERSTAR of Indian Cinema and Pride of Kollywood."Another user wrote, "No one in the world can get this much positivity and love from people except my Thalaivar. Happy Birthday to the positive aura @rajinikanth Proud to be your follower."Tamil Nadu CM Stalin also wished the superstar and wrote on X, "Happy Birthday to my beloved friend Rajinikanth. I wish you to continue to make people happy by giving successful movies with happiness and fulfilment."Meanwhile, on the work front, Rajinikanth is basking in the success of 'Jailer'. He plays a man seeking to avenge the death of his cop son in the movie. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff were seen in important cameos in the film.In the coming months, he will be seen sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan in ' 'Thalaivar 170'. It is being directed by TJ Gnanavel. Bachchan and Rajinikanth last worked together in the 1991 film 'Hum', directed by Mukul Anand.

"I pray that movie becomes a huge hit": Rajinikanth on Thalapathy Vijay's 'Leo'

16 Oct 2023

Rajinikanth is busy shooting for director TJ Gnanavel's upcoming project.On Monday morning, the 'Robot' actor was snapped at the Tuticorin Airport after his shooting schedule for a few days in the south districts. He reached Tuticorin to leave for Chennai."In 1977 during the shooting of 'Bhuvana Oru Kelvi Kuri' movie I came to south Tamil Nadu. After that only now I am here for a shoot. Here people are so affectionate and felt very happy to see you all. Only worry is I am unable to click pictures with everyone here," Rajinikanth said. He also talked about Thalapathi Vijay and Sanjay Dutt's film 'Leo' and said, "I pray to God, that movie should become a huge hit."'Leo' is all set to hit the theatres on October 19.Helmed by Lokesh Kanagraj the film is headlined by Thalapathy Vijay and marks Sanjay's Tamil debut. Trisha Krishnan also stars in the film.The film marks a reunion between Vijay and Kanagaraj after the 2021 blockbuster 'Master'.Rajinikanth was recently seen in 'Jailer,' which was a worldwide box-office hit. He plays a man seeking to avenge the death of his cop son in 'Jailer'. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff are in important cameos.

Rajinikanth's first look from 'Thalaivar 170' out now

4 Oct 2023

Rajinikanth starrer 'Thalaivar 170' unveiled the first look of the superstar on Wednesday.The Official page of Lyca Productions took to X to unveil the first look of the superstar.They wrote, "Lights Camera Clap & ACTION. With our Superstar @rajinikanth and the stellar cast of Thalaivar 170 the team is all fired up and ready to roll! Hope you all enjoyed the Thalaivar feast. Now it's time for some action! We'll come up with more updates as the shoot progresses."In the monochrome picture, Rajinikanth is dressed in a black suit, a black shirt, and black sunglasses.TJ Gnanavel directs Thalaivar 170. After 32 years, Amitabh Bachchan will reunite with star Rajinikanth in this film.Ritika Singh, Manju Warrier, Tushara Vijayan, Rana Daggubati, and Fahadh Faasil have also been cast as extras.Rajinikanth is expected to play a retired police officer in the film. Earlier, he was seen leaving the Chennai airport on his way to Kochi to shoot his next film."I am going for the next movie shooting. 'Jailer' movie is more successful than what we expected. 170th movie is directed by T J Gnanavel. It is Produced by LYCA which would be a big entertainment movie with a message. The title for the movie is yet to be decided," he said at the time.Rajinikanth was recently seen in 'Jailer,' which was a worldwide box-office hit. He plays a man seeking to avenge the death of his cop son in 'Jailer'. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff are in important cameos.

Rajinikanth jets off to Kochi for shooting of his next movie

3 Oct 2023

Rajinikanth, who is gearing up for upcoming projects on Tuesday jetted off to Kochi for the shooting of his next.Rajinikanth posed for the paparazzi outside Chennai airport and shared details about his Kochi trip. "I am going for the next movie shooting. 'Jailer' movie is more successful than what we expected. 170th movie is directed by T J Gnanavel. It is Produced by LYCA which would be a big entertainment movie with a message. The title for the movie is yet to be decided," he said.Recently, the makers of 'Lal Salaam' unveiled the poster and release date of the film.Sharing the first poster, the official account of Lyca Productions took to X and wrote, Lal Salaam to hit screens on Pongal 2024."The new poster features Rajinikanth and Vishnu Vishal with an old tomb building in the background. It also radiates old vibes, depicting Rajinikanth standing in front of a vintage car, with a red colour palette as the name of the movie suggests.Rajinikanth's daughter Aishwaryaa, who has helmed the film, also shared the poster on Instagram, writing, #thankful #grateful #blessed #lalsalaam Pongal 2024.The makers announced that the film will be released in theatres during the festival of Pongal in January 2024.Earlier, Aishwaryaa shared the first-look poster on Instagram. It shows Rajinikanth as Moideen Bhai walking in the middle of what is believed to be communal riots in Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1993.She wrote,"#Moideenbhai ... welcome...#lalslaam cannot caption when your heart is racing! #blessed."Rajinikanth will be seen playing an extended cameo in Lal Salaam. The film features Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in lead roles. It will have music scored by AR Rahman. Helmed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth, Lal Salaam will be released in January next year.Rajinikanth was recently seen in 'Jailer,' which was a worldwide box-office hit. He plays a man seeking to avenge the death of his cop son in Jailer. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff are in important cameos.

Makers of Rajinikanth-starrer 'Lal Salaam' unveil poster, release date

1 Oct 2023

Lal Salaam' starring megastar Rajinikanth unveiled the poster and release date of the film.Sharing the first poster, the official account of Lyca Productions took to X and wrote, Lal Salaam to hit screens on Pongal 2024."The new poster features Rajinikanth and Vishnu Vishal with an old tomb building in the background. It also radiates old vibes, depicting Rajinikanth standing in front of a vintage car, with red colour palette as the name of the movie suggests.Soon after the makers unveiled the first look motion poster, fans flooded the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.A user commented, Thalaivaaa. Pongal Blockbuster LoadingAnother user wrote, Thalaivar is coming for this Pongal.Rajinikanth's daughter Aishwaryaa, who has helmed the film, also shared the poster on Instagram, writing, #thankful #grateful #blessed #lalsalaam Pongal 2024.The makers announced that the film will be released in theatres during the festival of Pongal in January 2024.Earlier, Aishwaryaa shared the first-look poster on Instagram. It shows Rajinikanth as Moideen Bhai walking in the middle of what is believed to be communal riots in Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1993.She wrote,"#Moideenbhai ... welcome...#lalslaam cannot caption when your heart is racing! #blessed."Rajinikanth will be seen playing an extended cameo in Lal Salaam. The film features Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in lead roles. It will have music scored by AR Rahman. Helmed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth, Lal Salaam will be released in January next year.Rajinikanth was recently seen in 'Jailer,' which was a worldwide box-office hit. He plays a man seeking to avenge the death of his cop son in Jailer. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff are in important cameos.

ICC World Cup 2023: Rajinikanth thanks BCCI as he receives Golden Ticket

20 Sep 2023

Rajinikanth on Wednesday thanked the Board of Cricket Council of India (BCCI) after he received Golden ticket for the upcoming ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2023.Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), Rajinikanth wrote, I am extremely happy to receive the prestigious Golden Ticket from BCCI for @ICC @CricketWorldCup 2023. My heartfelt thanks to BCCI.. Dear Jayshahji it was a pleasure to meet you..Thank you very much for your warm words and thoughts.The Board of Cricket Council of India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah on Tuesday handed a golden ticket to Rajinikanth.Ten teams will feature in this Cricket World Cup, across 10 venues from October 5 to November 19, with the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad hosting the tournament opener and the final. The event will feature 48 matches to be played across 46 days.Earlier, the BCCI Secretary had presented batting legend Sachin Tendulkar with the 'Golden Ticket' on September 8. Amitabh Bachchan also received this special ticket on September 5.India will begin their World Cup campaign on October 8 against Australia at Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. They will be playing eight matches in the league stage.The clash between India and Pakistan was originally slated to take place in Ahmedabad on Sunday, October 15, but this clash has been moved a day earlier and will now be held at the same venue on October 14.Meanwhile, on the work front, Rajinikanth was recently seen in the action thriller film Jailer which received massive responses from the fans.