How is Superstar Rajinikanth still relevant at 74
4 weeks, 2 days ago

How is Superstar Rajinikanth still relevant at 74

India Today  

Rajinikanth’s journey from a humble bus conductor to becoming the Superstar of Tamil cinema is a story that transcends time. From his breakthrough roles in Moondru Mudichu and Aarilirunthu Arubathu Varai to commercial entertainers like Billa and Muthu and his recent successes with 2.0 and Jailer, which rank among the top Tamil grossers of all time, his career stands as a testament to hard work, adaptability, and a deep connection with audiences. At 74, Rajinikanth's films promise openings that are on par with those of younger stars, and his upcoming releases, Jailer 2 and Coolie, are already sparking massive anticipation. As the Tamil film industry eagerly awaits his next film, one thing is clear: Superstar Rajinikanth is not just relevant - he’s timeless.

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Superstar Rajinikanth turns 74: A collection of tributes to the evergreen ‘Thalaivar’
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Superstar Rajinikanth turns 74: A collection of tributes to the evergreen ‘Thalaivar’

The Hindu  

It’s the Thalaivar day! Superstar Rajinikanth, an icon of Indian cinema who has been ruling the silver screen for six decades, celebrated his 74th birthday on Thursday. A globally-renowed stalwart with over 170 film credits to his name, across multiple regional industries like Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam, Rajinikanth is widely considered one of the greatest superstars of …

Rajinikanth shares honest review of Jailer at success meet, says Anirudh's music made film better: 'It was average...'
1 year, 3 months ago

Rajinikanth shares honest review of Jailer at success meet, says Anirudh's music made film better: 'It was average...'

Hindustan Times  

Rajinikanth’s Jailer, which was released on August 10, went on to become one of the highest grossing Tamil films ever and broke many box office records along the way. Rajinikanth says Anirudh 'transformed Jailer' “I watched the film first without the re-recording. Rajinikanth on Jailer becoming a hit The actor also said at the success meet, “I swear, when this …

Nelson Dilipkumar pens heartfelt note for Rajinikanth after Jailer success: ‘Your phenomenon has pushed boundaries’
1 year, 3 months ago

Nelson Dilipkumar pens heartfelt note for Rajinikanth after Jailer success: ‘Your phenomenon has pushed boundaries’

Hindustan Times  

Rajinikanth starrer Jailer has become one of the biggest hits of the year after its release last month. Now, director Nelson Dilipkumar took to his Instagram on Monday to pen a heartfelt tribute for Rajinikanth, and the rest of the cast and crew for the film's huge success at the box office. Nelson's Instagram post Taking to Instagram, Nelson penned …

Here are all the records broken by Jailer in India, Gulf, US
1 year, 4 months ago

Here are all the records broken by Jailer in India, Gulf, US

Hindustan Times  

Veteran actor Rajinikanth's Jailer has become one of the highest grossing films in his long and illustrious acting career. From being the all-time number 1 Tamil movie in the UK and North America to setting the record by becoming the second fastest ₹600 crore-grossing Tamil movie ever, Jailer has been unstoppable. All-time number 2 Tamil movie in Telugu states. Further …

Rajinikanth’s Jailer To Remove 'Derogatory Mention' of Rakesh Roshan, Censor Board Orders
1 year, 4 months ago

Rajinikanth’s Jailer To Remove 'Derogatory Mention' of Rakesh Roshan, Censor Board Orders

News 18  

Rajinikanth starrer Jailer continues to be in the news even after so many days. And now a report is coming in that claims the Central Board of Film Certification has asked the makers to make some modifications including removing derogatory mention of Bollywood actor Rakesh Roshan in the Hindi version of the film. It asked the makers to remove the …

Rajinikanth's Jailer OTT Release: Watch Film On This Popular Platform
1 year, 4 months ago

Rajinikanth's Jailer OTT Release: Watch Film On This Popular Platform

News 18  

Rajinikanth’s latest blockbuster Jailer will stream on Prime Video after its digital premiere on September 7. The film also features special cameos from Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar, and Bollywood star Jackie Shroff. ‘Jailer’ is extremely special to me; I had Rajinikanth sir to elevate the story with his signature acting style, and had superstars from the Indian …

Is Rajinikanth inseparable from controversies?
1 year, 4 months ago

Is Rajinikanth inseparable from controversies?

The Hindu  

Actor Rajinikanth and Tamil Nadu are inseparable. The magic spell that the actor cast on the screen 48 years ago remains largely intact. An unverified remark made by Rajinikanth after the police firing during the anti-Sterlite protests in May 2018 led to the Justice Aruna Jegadeesan Commission, which probed the violence, indicted him stating actors of the stature of Rajinikanth …

Vijay Deverakonda defends Chiranjeevi and Rajinikanth over flop films, says 'SHUT UP and...'
1 year, 4 months ago

Vijay Deverakonda defends Chiranjeevi and Rajinikanth over flop films, says 'SHUT UP and...'

India TV News  

Vijay Deverakonda, who is currently busy with the promotions of the romantic drama Kushi, has sparked controversy after his comments on Rajinikanth were misconstrued by the latter’s fans. Vijay Deverakonda attended a promotional event for Kushi in Chennai, where he shared that a few flops cannot shake the stardom of superstars like Rajinikanth and Chiranjeevi. Speaking about Megastar Chiranjeevi, Vijay …

Rajinikanth's film 'Jailer' breaches Rs 500 cr mark on Day 10, becomes 3rd Tamil film to enter the club
1 year, 4 months ago

Rajinikanth's film 'Jailer' breaches Rs 500 cr mark on Day 10, becomes 3rd Tamil film to enter the club

India TV News  

Rajinikanth's latest release seems unstoppable at the box office. The film has crossed the coveted Rs 500 crore mark at the box office, making it the third Tamil flick ever to achieve the feat. The film has also become the second-fastest to cross the Rs 500 crore mark after Rajinikanth's 2018 release '2.0'. According to Sacnilk.com, the film witnessed 80 …

Rajinikanth reaches Lucknow, to watch Jailer with CM Yogi Adityanath. Watch
1 year, 4 months ago

Rajinikanth reaches Lucknow, to watch Jailer with CM Yogi Adityanath. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Superstar Rajinikanth on Friday reached Uttar Pradesh. Upon reaching the capital city Lucknow, the senior actor briefly interacted with the media and shared his plans to watch his film Jailer with the UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the city. Rajinikanth to meet CM Yogi Adityanath When asked about his upcoming meet-up with the CM, Rajinikanth told news agency ANI, …

Watch: Rajinikanth visits Badrinath Temple as ‘Jailer’ excels at Box Office
1 year, 4 months ago

Watch: Rajinikanth visits Badrinath Temple as ‘Jailer’ excels at Box Office

Live Mint  

The silver screen lit up with excitement as the highly anticipated movie Jailer, starring the incomparable Rajinikanth, burst onto the theatre scene. Dressed in a calm and casual light blue sweater, Rajinikanth's temple visit brought him amid ardent fans and devotees, each eager to catch a glimpse of the legendary actor. Jailer transcended mere movie success, leading to spontaneous declarations …

Rajinikanth’s Jailer Release: Fans throng theatres; Japanese couple travels to Chennai to watch film | Videos
1 year, 5 months ago

Rajinikanth’s Jailer Release: Fans throng theatres; Japanese couple travels to Chennai to watch film | Videos

India TV News  

Rajinikanth’s Jailer Release: A large number of fans thronged cinema halls in Kerala and Tamil Nadu on Thursday as Superstar Rajinikanth’s action thriller hit the big screens. In a video shared by PTI, the couple was seen wearing matching Rajinikanth-themed T-shirts while holding fans with Rajinikanth and Tamannaah Bhatia’s photo from Kaavaalaa printed on it. Many fans pointed out that …

Rajinikanth’s fans seek divine favour for new movie ’Jailer’
1 year, 5 months ago

Rajinikanth’s fans seek divine favour for new movie ’Jailer’

Live Mint  

Superstar Rajinikanth's ardent fans, in an earnest display of devotion and anticipation, gathered at the Thiruparankundram Amman Temple ahead of the impending release of the megastar's new movie, Jailer. As the movie gears up to hit theatres on August 10, the charismatic actor's loyal followers sought divine blessings for its success in a special ceremony held at the revered temple …

Rajinikanth’s Jailer advance ticket booking: Numbers skyrocket for new movie
1 year, 5 months ago

Rajinikanth’s Jailer advance ticket booking: Numbers skyrocket for new movie

Live Mint  

The countdown has begun for the much-awaited action-packed spectacle, Jailer, starring none other than the legendary Rajinikanth. Directed by the talented Nelson Dilipkumar, this high-octane film is all set to hit screens on August 10 in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi languages, promising a cinematic treat for fans across the globe. The advance booking for Jailer premieres in the USA has …

Jailer: Rajinikanth, Shiva Rajkumar look intense in new poster
1 year, 5 months ago

Jailer: Rajinikanth, Shiva Rajkumar look intense in new poster

India TV News  

Rajinikanth's upcoming flick Jailer is the much-awaited film of the year. The makers of the upcoming black comedy action film on Sunday shared a new poster with the fans featuring Rajinikanth and Shivanna. See the new poster: In the poster, Rajinikanth and Shiva Rajkumar can be seen standing and staring at each other. Apart from Shiva Rajkumar and Rajinikanth, the …

Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' In Double Trouble: A Quirky Clash of Titles & Superstars
1 year, 5 months ago

Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' In Double Trouble: A Quirky Clash of Titles & Superstars

The Quint  

Lights, cameras, and a whole lot of commotion! Firstly, the anticipation for his upcoming Tamil film Jailer is reaching a fever pitch as it gears up for a pan-Indian release with dubbed versions in multiple languages. However, excitement meets controversy as a Malayalam film, also named Jailer and directed by Sakkir Madathil, boldly shares the same title, setting the stage …

Rajinikanth Opens Up On Battling Alcoholism, Reveals 'It's The Biggest Mistake...'
1 year, 5 months ago

Rajinikanth Opens Up On Battling Alcoholism, Reveals 'It's The Biggest Mistake...'

News 18  

Superstar Rajinikanth will be soon seen in an upcoming action thriller Jailer. During the event, he opened up about battling alcoholism and called it the biggest mistake of his life. In the same event, the actor also shared that when he listened to the song Hukam for the first time, he liked it but asked the makers to remove the …

Rajinikanth reveals getting ‘a lot calls’ to replace Nelson in Jailer after Beast faced negative reviews
1 year, 5 months ago

Rajinikanth reveals getting ‘a lot calls’ to replace Nelson in Jailer after Beast faced negative reviews

Hindustan Times  

Actor Rajinikanth spoke about alcoholism, Vijay’s Beast opening to poor reviews and how once the thought of removing the superstar title crossed his mind during the audio launch of his upcoming action drama Jailer. Rajinikanth on Beast Rajinikanth said several distributors called him and advised him to replace Nelson in Jailer after his film Beast, starring Vijay, opened to negative …

‘Jailer’ audio launch - The ‘Superstar’ tag has always been a problem: Rajinikanth
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Jailer’ audio launch - The ‘Superstar’ tag has always been a problem: Rajinikanth

The Hindu  

The audio launch of Rajinikanth and director Nelson’s upcoming film Jailer took place at the Nehru Indoor Stadium on Friday. The veteran actor also added that he loved the ‘Hukum’ track when he listened to it for the first time and asked the makers to remove the ‘superstar’ tag from the song’s video. He said that just like the late …

Is Rajinikanth Part Of Dil Raju's Next Film?
1 year, 8 months ago

Is Rajinikanth Part Of Dil Raju's Next Film?

News 18  

Superstar Rajinikanth is currently working on the film Jailer, which is being directed by Nelson Rajkumar. The project will reportedly be produced by Dil Raju under the banner of Sri Venkateswara Creations. Dil Raju’s first Tamil project Varisu did fairly well with the critics and was a blockbuster success at the box office. While Rajinikanth has reportedly said yes to …

Rajinikanth’s next project with Jai Bhim director announced, to release in 2024
1 year, 10 months ago

Rajinikanth’s next project with Jai Bhim director announced, to release in 2024

Hindustan Times  

Actor Rajinikanth, who is currently on the verge of completing his upcoming Tamil project Jailer, has signed his next project which will be his 170th film. Lyca Productions on Thursday took to Twitter to announce that they’ll be bankrolling Rajinikanth’s next movie which will be directed by TJ Gnanavel. The shoot of Jailer, which marks Rajinikanth’s maiden collaboration with director …

Rajesh Khanna Birth Anniversary: Revisiting the best film of the biggest Superstar the country has ever known
2 years ago

Rajesh Khanna Birth Anniversary: Revisiting the best film of the biggest Superstar the country has ever known

Firstpost  

52 years after its release, Anand remains the film that best defines Rajesh Khanna’s undying charisma. Rajesh Khanna’s unforgettable performance as the dying do-gooder Anand Sehgal who influences friends and befriends strangers because he believes life is not about size but substance, made such a powerful statement on humanitarianism and bridge-building that for years people used the ‘Anand’ motto of …

Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: A look at Thalaivar’s best performances
2 years ago

Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: A look at Thalaivar’s best performances

Firstpost  

He is a legend, not just an icon. It was back in 1975, that 25-year-old Shivaji Rao Gaikwad, stepped into the film industry with K. Balachander’s Apoorva Raagangal, but little did he know that one day he would be designated as a legend. Mullum Malarum Touted as Rajinikanth’s best performance to date, J Mahendran’s directorial proved how great an actor …

4 roles we'd like Rajinikanth to essay after Jailer. On Wednesday Wishlist
2 years, 4 months ago

4 roles we'd like Rajinikanth to essay after Jailer. On Wednesday Wishlist

India Today  

Rajinikanth is currently shooting for Jailer, which marks his first collaboration with filmmaker Nelson Dilipkumar. Going by its striking first look poster, Superstar Rajinikanth will be seen in a completely new avatar in the flick. PLAY A BADDIE ONE MORE TIME Rajinikanth made his debut with a negative role in Apoorva Raagangal, which is regarded as one of the finest …

Superstar Rajinikanth will start Nelson Dilipkumar's Jailer shooting on THIS date
2 years, 5 months ago

Superstar Rajinikanth will start Nelson Dilipkumar's Jailer shooting on THIS date

India Today  

Superstar Rajinikanth's fans are eagerly waiting for his upcoming film with director Nelson Dilipkumar. Reportedly, huge sets worth crores have been erected at a studio in Hyderabad for the film's shooting. RAJINIKANTH GIVES AN UPDATE ABOUT JAILER SHOOTING Rajinikanth will be seen next in Nelson Dilipkumar's Jailer. When asked about Jailer, Rajinikanth said, "The shooting of the film will commence …

Excited for Rajinikanth's new film Jailer? Check latest update on Thalaiva's 169th movie
2 years, 5 months ago

Excited for Rajinikanth's new film Jailer? Check latest update on Thalaiva's 169th movie

India TV News  

If rumours doing the rounds in the industry are to be believed, actor Rajinikanth is to shortly begin work on his next film 'Jailer', which is being directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. The film, which will be Rajinikanth's 169th film, is being produced by Kalanithi Maran of Sun Pictures and has Anirudh scoring its music. Despite negative reviews, Nelson Dilipkumar's previous …

Superstar Rajinikanth to be styled by Aalim Hakim in Nelson's Jailer, shoot to begin soon
2 years, 5 months ago

Superstar Rajinikanth to be styled by Aalim Hakim in Nelson's Jailer, shoot to begin soon

India Today  

Superstar Rajinikanth is thrilled to kickstart his upcoming film, Jailer, with director Nelson Dilipkumar. Celebrity stylist Aalim Hakim has been roped in to work on Rajinikanth's look in the film. RAJINIKANTH TO BE STYLED BY AALIM HAKIM IN JAILER Rajinikanth joined hands with director Nelson Dilipkumar for his 169th film. Recently, celebrity stylist Aalim Hakim shared a picture with Rajinikanth …

Superstar Rajinikanth honoured by Income Tax Department. Here’s why
2 years, 5 months ago

Superstar Rajinikanth honoured by Income Tax Department. Here’s why

Live Mint  

On Income Tax day, Superstar Rajinikanth was honored by the Income Tax department in Chennai for paying his taxes on a regular basis. Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar also received a certificate from the Income Tax department as the nation's "highest taxpayer". See the post here Income Tax Day was celebrated in Chennai on Sunday. Meanwhile, on the work front, Rajinikanth …

Rajinikanth’s next titled Jailer, fans ask ‘will it be filmed inside prison'
2 years, 6 months ago

Rajinikanth’s next titled Jailer, fans ask ‘will it be filmed inside prison'

Hindustan Times  

Actor Rajinikanth’s upcoming Tamil film, which marks his maiden collaboration with director Nelson Dilip Kumar, has been titled Jailer. Following which, fans took to the comments section to ask if Jailer would also be a single location film, like Nelson’s last outing Beast, which was predominantly shot inside a mall. One Twitter user wrote, “Nelson is taking up another biggest …

Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: Superstar’s Only Hollywood Movie and Other Facts Every Thalaiva Fans Should Know
3 years ago

Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: Superstar’s Only Hollywood Movie and Other Facts Every Thalaiva Fans Should Know

News 18  

Rajinikanth is amongst the few actors who are loved by their fans for their negative as well as their positive roles in movies. He was honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke award for his “stupendous contribution to the world of Indian Cinema.” The veteran actor has turned a year older today, and on this occasion, here are a few interesting …

Rajinikanth’s Annaatthe enters ₹200 crore club despite poor reviews
3 years, 1 month ago

Rajinikanth’s Annaatthe enters ₹200 crore club despite poor reviews

Hindustan Times  

Actor Rajinikanth’s latest Tamil film Annaatthe, which released worldwide in cinemas around Diwali, has managed to mint over ₹200 crore at the box-office, despite garnering largely mixed and poor reviews. Week 2 Day 1 – ₹4.05 cr, Day 2 – ₹4.90 cr, Day 3 – ₹6.21 cr, Total – ₹217.63 cr #Rajinikanth #KeerthySuresh #Nayanthara.” Despite earning big bucks at the …

Rajinikanth: The Magical Actor Before the Mass Superstar
3 years, 2 months ago

Rajinikanth: The Magical Actor Before the Mass Superstar

The Quint  

The results were mixed. Murattu Kaalai garnered only tired post-lunch frowns and it was, by then, a dated film though a seminal one in Rajinikanth’s career. Baashha, screened in Bombay in 2011, did not summon the same enthusiasm it usually does among people of Tamil Nadu when Manickam’s younger brother interrogates,” Who are you? Admittedly, a day in the career …

There’s nothing Rajini-can't: When the Superstar flexed his acting chops
3 years, 9 months ago

There’s nothing Rajini-can't: When the Superstar flexed his acting chops

The Hindu  

If there’s one actor associated with style, it is Rajinikanth. Much before he became one of Tamil cinema’s biggest superstars, Rajinikanth drew audiences solely for his acting abilities. Today, with the 51st Dadasaheb Phalke Award being bestowed upon him, Rajinikanth has been recognised as one among India’s top acting performers. There are several landmark performances in this journey, but here’s …

Rajinikanth & The Twilight of Superstardom: Where Goes Cinematic Superstardom From Here?
4 years ago

Rajinikanth & The Twilight of Superstardom: Where Goes Cinematic Superstardom From Here?

ABP News  

A week ago, Tamil cinema superstar Rajinikanth announced he was not going to join politics. The most basic difference between that time and this one is the social, political, economic change Indian society, particularly south Indian society, has undergone since. Brush aside the pandemic for the moment and put yourselves in Rajinikanth’s shoes: The fact that the electorally redoubtable Modi-Shah …

Rajinikanth thanks fans on completing 45 years in cinema: I won't be here if not for you
4 years, 5 months ago

Rajinikanth thanks fans on completing 45 years in cinema: I won't be here if not for you

India Today  

Superstar Rajinikanth is moved by his fans' love for him as he is about to complete 45 years in cinema. An Identity, An Icon of Indian Cinema Extremely Happy to release our beloved Superstar #Rajinikanth’s #45YearsOfRajinismCDP @Rajinikanth Sir’s contribution towards Indian Cinema Is Magical & Monumental.Congrats Sir! An Identity, An Icon of Tamil and Indian Cinema Extremely Happy to release …

‘Darbar’ doesn’t work, but it proves brand Rajinikanth still can — and how
4 years, 11 months ago

‘Darbar’ doesn’t work, but it proves brand Rajinikanth still can — and how

The Hindu  

The last Rajinikanth film I liked was ‘Padayappa’ and that’s two decades old. Likewise, Ravi Kumar directed ‘Avvai Shanmughi’ and ‘Tenali’ with Kamal and ‘Muthu’ and ‘Padayappa’ with Rajni to name a couple. After ‘Kabali’, ‘Darbar’ was the Rajni starrer that had fans waiting with bated breath because Murugadoss dangles a contemporary social ill which the protagonist fights while vanquishing …

Rajinikanth, a mastermind in choosing scripts?
5 years, 2 months ago

Rajinikanth, a mastermind in choosing scripts?

Deccan Chronicle  

Rajinikanth is always known for his whiplash action sequences, mannerisms and gimmicks that will linger in our memory. Siva Though his association with KS Ravikumar gave the superstar blockbuster films like Muthu and Padayappa, Rajinikanth failed to create box-office numbers again in Lingaa. Similarly, Siruthai Siva who has collaborated with Thala Ajith in super-hit films like Viswasam, Vedalam and Veeram …

Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: A look at the superstar’s recent box office hits and misses
6 years ago

Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: A look at the superstar’s recent box office hits and misses

Hindustan Times  

Superstar Rajinikanth’s films have repeatedly broken records at the box office with impressive collections. The films flopped at the box office and it was only after two years that the superstar reclaimed the top spot at the box office with Pa Ranjith’s Kabali. However, 2.0 has proved otherwise and has already earned ₹600 crore at the box office in two …

Suriya, Anirudh Ravichander, Sivakarthikeyan, Karthik Subbaraj applaud 2.0, say Rajinikanth sets screens on fire
6 years, 1 month ago

Suriya, Anirudh Ravichander, Sivakarthikeyan, Karthik Subbaraj applaud 2.0, say Rajinikanth sets screens on fire

Hindustan Times  

Finally Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar starrer 2.0 has released and audience and celebrities alike are raving about the Shankar directorial on Twitter. Anirudh Ravichander, who is scoring music for Rajinikanth’s upcoming film Petta took to Twitter and said that he now wants to watch the film on repeat. Feel like watching on repeat.” Karthik Subbaraj, the director of Petta also …

Between Rajinikanth’s hit Enthiran and its sequel 2.0, here’s what the superstar’s career choices looked like
6 years, 1 month ago

Between Rajinikanth’s hit Enthiran and its sequel 2.0, here’s what the superstar’s career choices looked like

Hindustan Times  

Rajinikanth’s 2.0, directed by Shankar and starring Akshay Kumar as the villain, is releasing amid great expectations from the trade and the superstar’s fans. The film is reportedly made on a budget of Rs 450 crore where Rajinikanth will reprise his role as scientist Vaseegaran and everyone’s favourite robot Chitti from Enthiran. The film, which marked Rajinikanth’s daughter Soundarya Rajinikanth’s …

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