Rajinikanth

A film does not run on one person's strengths alone, and an actor is only as good as both the story and the director. However, Rajinikanth belongs to that rare ...

Rajinikanth shedding his template could be the best thing to happen for his career. Cinema has to be reined in as a whole chariot and Rajinikanth cannot be the sole winning horse. Why is a new film a test of might, like it is the Olympics? And that’s also why he bears the weight of the cross when his film doesn’t do well at the box office. Most of these titles build upon Rajinikanth’s, which has become the calling card of what he represents in his brand of films. That Rajinikanth is also a ‘current Superstar’ despite Vijay, arguably, staying put at the number one position for the last few years; speaks volumes about the depth of love he has earned for himself.

As Rajinikanth turned 72 today, Dhanush took to Twitter and penned a birthday wish for Thalaiva. Dulquer Salmaan also wished the superstar with a special ...

Touted to be an action-adventure drama, the film has been set against the backdrop of the Independence period era. [Rajinikanth ](https://www.pinkvilla.com/topic/rajinikanth)turned 72 today on 12th December, Dhanush took to Twitter and penned a birthday wish for the Superstar, "Happy birthday THALAIVA". The much-awaited project will also star Shivarajkumar, Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu, Vinayakan, and Vasanth Ravi in key roles, along with others. The idea is to release in on April 14, 2023, and the team is confident that Rajinikanth and Nelson will deliver wholesome entertainment. Pinkvilla has exclusively learned that the team aims for a Tamil New Year release in April 2023. A source close to the development revealed, “If the shoot concludes as per the schedule chalked out at present, Jailer will be the big Tamil New Year release for Kollywood.

The actor who began his career with film-maker K Balachander's romantic drama 'Apoorva Raagangal' (1975) has brought Indian cinema to the world. Over the past ...

‘Chandramukhi’ was released in the US, Canada, the Middle East, Malaysia, and Europe and went on to win legions of fans for the star. ‘Chandramukhi’ released on April 14, 2005, was made on a budget of Rs 19 crore and it went on to gross close to Rs 75 crore at the box office. The film came two years after the phenomenal success of ‘Chandramukhi’ and went on to solidify the icon’s hold on the box-office. The duo’s second collaboration - ‘Padayappa’ a saga of intergenerational vengeance, had the whistle-worth dialogues, foot-thumping music and all the usual ingredients to make it a colossal success with the masses. The film is high on visual effects and also had a music score by AR Rahman. The film which is based on the theme of a man vs machine battle won accolades from international audiences. The film went on to collect over Rs 160 crore worldwide. The film also starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Danny Denzongpa, Santhanam and Karunas went on to gross close to Rs 300 crore at the box-office. It was one of the costliest film made in 2010. The film, a perfect combination of music, melody and a melodrama, went on to win the accolades and was an instant success with the masses. At a time when Telugu film-maker SS Rajamouli and actors Jr NTR and Ram Charan are enjoying the new found glory for Telugu cinema across the world, it's important to understand where it all started. The actor was born as Shivaji Rao Gaekwad on December 12, 1950.

Superstar Rajinikanth is celebrating his 72nd birthday today, December 12. Dhanush, Dulquer Salmaan, Anirudh Ravichander and several other celebrities took ...

His post read, "Happy Birthday Superstar #Rajinikanth Sir ! As the actor turns 72, celebrities including Dhanush, Dulquer Salmaan, Anirudh Ravichander and several others took to social media to wish him on this special occasion. Superstar Rajinikanth is celebrating his 72nd birthday today, December 12.

On Rajinikanth's 72nd birthday, Kamal Haasan, Dhanush and more celebs sent him heartfelt wishes via social media.

On this special day, we are starting jigirthanda shooting with your blessings! I pray Ragavendra swamy for your good health! On Monday, Superstar Kamal Haasan headed to his Twitter handle and wished his best friend Rajinikanth on his birthday.

On Rajinikanth's 72nd birthday, celebrities and fans have extended warm wishes on social media. Joining them are Kamal Haasan, Dhanush and Dulquer Salmaan.

A special video will be released on the occasion of his birthday on Monday at 6 PM. The film's team of Jailer on Monday revealed that Rajinikanth will play a character called Muthuvel Pandian. The filmming of Jailer is currently progressing at brisk pace. He said that I should star in a story-based film and that it should be set in a village,” Rajinikanth said in a voice note. [Rajinikanth](https://www.hindustantimes.com/topic/rajinikanth), who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming Tamil film Jailer, turned 72 on Monday. Kamal Haasan wished Rajinikanth in Tamil on Twitter.

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 ...

Did you know he started out as a villain initially? In 1977, he was seen playing a positive character on the silver screen in the movie 'Bhuvana Oru Kelvikuri'. From children to the elderly, this legendary actor has fans across all age groups.

As superstar Rajinikanth celebrates his 72nd birthday today on 12th December, Kamal Haasan took to Twitter and dropped a lovely social media post to wish ...

In addition to this, Salute star Dulquer Salmaan compiled a special birthday wish for the Kaala star, "Happy Birthday Superstar #Rajinikanth Sir ! In the meantime, Kamal Haasan is presently occupied with the sequel of his 1994 drama, Indian 2. Prior to this, the versatile actor Dhanush also used the micro-blogging site to wish the Superstar, "Happy birthday THALAIVA". Billed as an action comedy, the venture will also feature Shivarajkumar, Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu, Vinayakan, and Vasanth Ravi in prominent roles, along with others. He wrote, "Happy birthday to my dear friend Superstar @rajinikanth. [ Rajinikanth](https://www.pinkvilla.com/topic/rajinikanth) and Kamal Haasan have worked together in several memorable movies like Moondru Mudichu, Avargal Avargal, 16 Vayathinile, Thappu Thalangal, Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu, Thaayillamal Naan Illai, Ninaithaley Inikum, and Allaudinaum Arputha Vilakkum, to name a few.

Soon after he shared the post, their fans flooded the comment section. A user wrote, "Golden era and best pair of heroes of Tamil cinema! Never before never ...

The makers are yet to announce the release date of the film. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on April 14, next year. On the work front, Rajinikanth will be next seen in filmmaker Nelson's Jailer, an action-comedy drama.

Madhavan, Nayanthara and Urmila Matondkar are among the others who took to social media to wish the south superstar.

Actress-politician Khushbu Sundar shared a photo of her with the birthday boy alongside a heartfelt caption. May gods bless you with the best of health and cheer and praying hard for the very best for you. On this special day, we are starting jigirthanda shooting with your blessings! “May gods bless you with the best of health and cheer and praying hard for the very best for you,” Madhavan wrote. [@rajinikanth] [pic.twitter.com/9tFe1FbHhP] [December 12, 2022] Choreographer-actor Raghava Lawrence shared a photo of him embracing Rajinikanth. I pray Ragavendra swamy for your good health! 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ [pic.twitter.com/mR348NNMvm] [December 12, 2022] Kamal Haasan, who is currently shooting for a follow-up of his 1996 film Indian, took to Twitter to wish Rajinikanth in Tamil. Madhavan shared a throwback picture of himself with Rajinikanth and scientist Nambi Narayanan, after the success of his directorial debut Rocketry. Wishes are pouring in from across the country and beyond for Rajinikanth, who turned 72 today. [December 12, 2022]

"Wishing you the healthiest and happiest Birthday," wrote Shah Rukh Khan.

Sharing the song on his Instagram handle, Shah Rukh Khan captioned it as "Seeing her, you know...beauty is an attitude....#BesharamRang song is here." Check out the viral clip below: Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is busy promoting his film Pathaan. In the image, both the stars are smiling for the camera. "To the coolest, swaggiest, humblest star of stars forever and ever....love you, @rajinikanth sir. The veteran star can be seen in a white kurta pyjama set, while Shah Rukh can be seen white shirt paired with black pants and a brown coat.

Shah Rukh Khan wished Rajinikanth on his 72nd birthday and called him one of the most 'humble' stars.

you are so such a sweet fanboy when it comes to him, and how cutely you always wish him, and this year you have a new photograph & flaunting it like a baby hehe….☺️ Your bond is so cute… you are a beautiful soul and that’s why you are so loved.” Wishing you the healthiest & happiest Birthday.” [Vignesh Shivan and Nayanthara’s wedding](https://indianexpress.com/photos/entertainment-gallery/nayanthara-vignesh-shivan-wedding-album-shah-rukh-khan-rajinikanth-ar-rahman-suriya-8022454/). SRK wished the veteran actor and called him the “coolest and humblest star of stars.” In the picture, Shah Rukh and Rajinikanth are seen sitting beside each other and smiling while holding hands.

The 'Superstar' of South Indian films and an iconic actor Rajanikanth turned 72 on Monday. His birthday was celebrated with pomp and galore across Tamil ...

[@rajinikanth]sir, who is "an emotion of the nation," a very happy birthday! Mammootty tweeted, "Happy birthday Dear @rajinitkanth, have a great year ahead. Actor Dhanush tweeted, "Happy Birthday THALAIVA". Mohanlal wished Rajinikanth a very happy birthday through his Twitter handle. Raghavendra Lawrence, the actor, tweeted, "Happy Birthday Thalaiva! His co-actor and colleague and another superstar of the Tamil film industry Kamal Haasan took to his Twitter handle and wished his best friend Rajanikanth on his 72nd birthday.

Chennai: The megastar of South Indian films and an iconic actor Rajanikant turned 72 on Monday. His birthday was celebrated with pomp and galore across ...

Raghavendra Lawrence, the actor, tweeted, “Happy Birthday Thalaiva! Kamal said, “Happy birthday to my dear friend Superstar @rajinikanth. His co-actor and colleague and another superstar of the Tamil film industry Kamal Haasan took to his Twitter handle and wished his best friend Rajanikanth on his 72nd birthday.

Tamil superstar Rajinikanth, whose fan base transcends borders and languages, turned 72 on Monday. Wishes poured in from his colleagues in tinsel town and ...

He pronounced it twice and said, Ok,” Balachander said in the video. Shivaji Rao and Balachander came eye to eye in 1974 when Balachander was at the Film Institute for a practical class. After the meeting, Balachander realised he found a spark in Shivaji Rao and invited him for a meeting. The actor has acted in over 150 films and rules the industry for over four decades. Born as Shivaji Rao Geikhwad, previously an ordinary but stylish bus conductor, Rajinikanth enrolled at the Film Institute in Madras to fulfill his cinema dreams. The actor, who keeps to himself mostly, comes out of his residence to wish waiting fans during festivals but not on his birthdays.

'Epitome of humility & grace.' Mammootty, Khushbu, Urmila, Dulquer wish Rajinikanth on his 72nd birthday. SECTIONS.

[1670819240000] [Ramya Krishnan](/topic/ramya-krishnan), [Shiva Rajkumar](/topic/shiva-rajkumar), [Vasanth Ravi](/topic/vasanth-ravi), [Yogi Babu](/topic/yogi-babu), and Vinayakan in key roles. [Mammootty](/topic/mammootty)wished the ‘Kuselan’ actor by sharing an image from Mani Ratnam’s classic ‘Thalapathi’. Mammootty’s son and pan-India actor Dulquer Salmaan shared a unique graphic portrait of the actor. Perhaps, at present, [Rajinikanth](/panache/panache-people-101/rajinikanth/profileshow/84760200.cms)is the only actor in his 70s to have an indomitable impact on cinemas and remain a strong crowd-puller. And, it is not just his fans alone, several personalities from the film industries in India continue to look up to him. 5 Thalaiva films that captivated Japan, US & beyond](/magazines/panache/happy-birthday-rajinikanth-5-thalaiva-films-that-captivated-japan-us-beyond/articleshow/96162750.cms) [Manjima Mohan & Gautham Karthik tie the knot in Chennai; Mani Ratnam, Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth attend intimate wedding](/magazines/panache/manjima-mohan-gautham-karthik-tie-the-knot-in-chennai-mani-ratnam-aishwaryaa-rajinikanth-attend-intimate-wedding/articleshow/95822200.cms) ['RRR' may bag an Oscar nomination for its otherworldly visual effects](/magazines/panache/rrr-may-bag-an-oscar-nomination-for-its-otherworldly-visual-effects/articleshow/95993901.cms) [‘I was informed of his death three days later’: Superstar Rajinikanth opens up about absence at actor Puneeth Rajkumar’s funeral](/magazines/panache/i-was-informed-of-his-death-three-days-later-superstar-rajinikanth-opens-up-about-absence-at-actor-puneeth-rajkumars-funeral/articleshow/95254100.cms) ['Can't imagine anyone playing Shiva.' Rishabh Shetty scoffs at rumours of 'Kantara' remake](/magazines/panache/cant-imagine-anyone-playing-shiva-rishabh-shetty-scoffs-at-rumours-of-kantara-remake/articleshow/95209604.cms) [Superstar Rajinikanth](/topic/superstar-rajinikanth)is celebrating his 72 birthday today.

Superstar Rajinikanth celebrated his 72nd birthday yesterday, December 12, away from his Chennai home. He had his grandsons Yatra and Linga, and daughter ...

However, Superstar Rajinikanth spent his special day with daughter Aishwarya and two sons, Yatra and Linga. Rajinikanth spent the day with his grandsons, Yatra and Linga. His fans hosted screenings and several welfare activities across Tamil Nadu. Superstar Rajinikanth celebrated his 72nd birthday yesterday, December 12, away from his Chennai home. For the uninitiated, Yatra and Linga are Aishwarya and Dhanush's sons. According to his wife, Latha Rajinikanth, the star wasn't in Chennai and was away shooting.

He tweeted: "Happy birthday THALAIVA." Dhanush was married to Rajinikanth's daughter and filmmaker Aishwaryaa. The two are separated now. Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth ...

Dhanush and Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth worked together in 3, which marked the latter's directorial debut. Aishwaryaa and I have decided to part ways as a couple and take time to understand us as individuals for the better. Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth and Dhanush got married in 2004. The journey has been of growth, understanding, adjusting and adapting. Dhanush was married to Rajinikanth's daughter and filmmaker Aishwaryaa. Earlier this year, Dhanush and Aishwaryaa announced their separation with a statement that read,"18 years of togetherness as friends, couple, as parents and well-wishers to each other...

Rajinikanth's daughter Aishwarya wished him on Twitter by sharing a picture of her two sons posing with him, along with a message.

Recently, pictures of Rajinikanth posing with a little girl on the sets of Jailer surfaced on social media. In the comments section, a fan compared the picture with that of a lion with its cubs. It was after seeing Siva’s film Viswasam did Rajinikanth wish to work with the filmmaker. The shoot of Jailer is progressing at brisk pace. Reacting to the pictures, fans said the kid is lucky and blessed. [Rajinikanth’s](https://www.hindustantimes.com/topic/rajinikanth) 72nd birthday, shared an unseen picture of the star with his grandchildren on Monday.

Superstar Rajinikanth, who celebrated his 72nd birthday on Monday, was showered with wishes from fans, the film fraternity, politicians and sportspersons.

to all the loving hearts from the public and society... to my dear fans all over the world and to the people of Tamil Nadu... to all political leaders and friends from different states...