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Rajinikanth is a legendary Indian actor known for his unmatched screen presence and iconic style in Tamil cinema. With decades of superstardom, he remains one of India’s most influential film personalities.
Rajinikanth is a legendary Indian actor known for his unmatched screen presence and iconic style in Tamil cinema. With decades of superstardom, he remains one of India’s most influential film personalities.
Rajinikanth, born as Shivaji Rao Gaikwad on December 12, 1950, in Bangalore, India, is a superstar of Indian cinema, especially in Tamil Nadu. Before entering films, he worked as a bus conductor. He made his film debut in 1975 with Apoorva Raagangal, and soon became known for his unique mannerisms, punch dialogues, and mass appeal. Over the years, he starred in numerous blockbusters like Baashha, Sivaji, Enthiran, and Jailer. Beyond cinema, Rajinikanth is admired for his humility, spiritual beliefs, and philanthropic work.
Rajinikanth, born as Shivaji Rao Gaikwad on December 12, 1950, in Bangalore,
India, is a superstar of Indian cinema, especially in Tamil Nadu. Before entering films, he worked as a bus conductor. He made his film debut in 1975 with Apoorva Raagangal, and soon became known for his unique mannerisms, punch dialogues, and mass appeal. Over the years, he starred in numerous blockbusters like Baashha, Sivaji, Enthiran, and Jailer. Beyond cinema, Rajinikanth is admired for his humility, spiritual beliefs, and philanthropic work.
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FAQ
His birth name is Shivaji Rao Gaikwad.
He debuted in 1975 with the Tamil film Apoorva Raagangal.
Baashha, Sivaji, Enthiran (Robot), Kabali, and Petta are among his biggest hits.
Yes, he has won several awards including the Padma Bhushan and the Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.
Yes, he is also a producer and involved in philanthropic activities.
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Trivia
Rajinikanth worked as a bus conductor before entering films.
He is known for his unique style of flipping a cigarette before lighting it, which became his signature.
Despite his superstardom, he is widely respected for his humility and simplicity in real life.
He has acted in over 160 films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, and Malayalam.
Rajinikanth’s fan following is so massive that his movie releases often create festive atmospheres in Tamil Nadu.
Quotes
En vazhi, thani vazhi.” (My way is a unique way.)
Trademarks
His signature cigarette flip and stylish walk.
Charismatic punch dialogues with mass appeal.
Larger-than-life persona with a humble off-screen personality.
Consistent use of simple yet impactful costume styles, like leather jackets and sunglasses.
Nicknames
Superstar
Thalaivar (Leader)
Rajini
Nanban (Friend)
Salaries
Rajinikanth is one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema, with reported earnings reaching ₹50-70 crores (INR) per film in recent years.
His remuneration varies depending on the project scale and production house.
He often negotiates profit-sharing deals rather than fixed salaries for big-budget films.
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