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Brand Rajinikanth goes viral!

Brand Rajinikanth goes viral!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

The superstar's much-awaited film Kabali is set to release on July 22.

Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh at Nayanthara-Vignesh Wedding

Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh at Nayanthara-Vignesh Wedding

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

It's a star-studded wedding for Nayanthara and her beau of seven years, Vignesh Shivan at a five-star resort in Mahabalipuram.

Rajinikanth likely to launch political party in November

Rajinikanth likely to launch political party in November

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Rajinikanth will announce his decision by the end of this month through a video message on his Twitter handle.

'Looking Forward To Jumping Off A Bridge'

'Looking Forward To Jumping Off A Bridge'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'I'm excited to celebrate with my team and friends. There's a little secret, though.'

Rajinikanth scraps political plunge after 'warning from god'

Rajinikanth scraps political plunge after 'warning from god'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

He, however said he will serve people in whatever ways he can without entering electoral politics.

Varun's Big Day, Tilak's Fun Demand

Varun's Big Day, Tilak's Fun Demand

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

The BCCI shared a video on their X handle capturing the players' arrival, showcasing their excitement for the match.

PIX: Kajol, Dhanush celebrate with Soundarya Rajinikanth

PIX: Kajol, Dhanush celebrate with Soundarya Rajinikanth

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

The wedding festivities continue.

12 Films by Rajinikanth: The Actor, Not Superstar

12 Films by Rajinikanth: The Actor, Not Superstar

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

If you'd like to know more about Rajini the actor, Saisuresh Sivaswamy offers a wide selection.

Retro Review: Yawn!

Retro Review: Yawn!

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Retro is probably Surya's worst film till date, notes A Ganesh Nadar.

The Women in Rajinikanth's Life

The Women in Rajinikanth's Life

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

A peek into the superstar's life.

Why Tamilians will vote for Rajinikanth

Why Tamilians will vote for Rajinikanth

Rediff.com31 Dec 2017

Rajinikanth will win the elections whenever they are held, predicts A Ganesh Nadar.

Rajinikanth's 10 Biggest FLOPS

Rajinikanth's 10 Biggest FLOPS

Rediff.com28 May 2014

Even a phenomenon like Rajinikanth saw failures in his movie career.

Rajinikanth disbands outfit, says not game for politics

Rajinikanth disbands outfit, says not game for politics

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Hours after he flagged questions among fans and Mandram functionaries as to "whether or not I am going to come to politics in future," the actor, following discussions with office-bearers said he would not join politics.

Complaint against Rajinikanth for 'lying' on Periyar

Complaint against Rajinikanth for 'lying' on Periyar

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

A Dravidian outfit has alleged that Rajinikanth uttered a 'blatant lie' that the images of Lord Ram and Sita were taken nude in a rally held by Periyar as part of superstition eradication conference in 1971 at Salem.

Darbar trailer: Rajinikanth seems to age backwards

Darbar trailer: Rajinikanth seems to age backwards

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Darbar's music, the direction, sets, props, the rest of the cast are all there with one single purpose: To make Rajinikanth look like the superstar he already is, says A Ganesh Nadar.

My father, Rajinikanth

My father, Rajinikanth

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

Aishwaryaa R Dhanush, Rajinikanth's daughter, tells Rediff.com what it is like to have a legendary superstar for a father.

After becoming neta, Rajinikanth meets Karunanidhi

After becoming neta, Rajinikanth meets Karunanidhi

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

Clad in a white shirt and black pant, the actor extended his new year greetings and apprised the DMK president and his aides of his political plunge.

Will Vijay's CM Googly Win TN Poll Match?

Will Vijay's CM Googly Win TN Poll Match?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Vijay is counting on what was once proclaimed as his last filmi outing, Jana Nayagan, or 'People's Hero', to do the trick for him, when it releases on January 9, 2026, only months before the assembly poll, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Vijay Deverakonda won't make Rajinikanth's mistake!

Vijay Deverakonda won't make Rajinikanth's mistake!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

For his Bollywood debut, Telugu superstar Vijay Deverakonda will not settle for a dubbing artiste saying his lines.

PIX: Rajinikanth rubs shoulders with Amitabh Bachchan

PIX: Rajinikanth rubs shoulders with Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

The 50th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) kicked off in Panaji, Goa, on a grand scale.

Old actors losing teeth: DMK leader attacks Rajnikanth

Old actors losing teeth: DMK leader attacks Rajnikanth

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The minister's reaction came days after Rajinikanth praised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin for "managing" senior DMK leaders in the party.

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Despite its minor flaws, lack of logic, and lecture-style moral narrative, Vettaiyan should be enjoyed in a theatre amid Rajini fans and their wolf whistles, endorses Divya Nair.

'It is advantage Rajinikanth now'

'It is advantage Rajinikanth now'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

'The BJP has been wooing him for quite some time.' 'But he didn't join the BJP; he started his own party.' 'Remember he has Hindus, Muslims and Christians as his fans.' 'He will never antagonise any of his fans.'

Rajinikanth's next titled Lingaa

Rajinikanth's next titled Lingaa

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Directed by K S Ravikumar, the film will also star Sonakshi Sinha and Anushka Shetty.

Rajinikanth's next titled Lingaa

Rajinikanth's next titled Lingaa

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Periyar row: HC dismisses plea against Rajinikanth

Periyar row: HC dismisses plea against Rajinikanth

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

In his plea, Umapathy, secretary of Dravidar Viduthalai Kazhagam, alleged that Rajinikanth had made false and fraudulent statements insulting the Dravidian stalwart and followers of Periyar while speaking at the golden jubilee celebrations of Tamil magazine 'Thuglak' here recently. He contended that "Rajinikanth made false and fraudulent statements insulting Dravidian ideologists and the followers of Thanthai Periyar with an intention to provoke breach of public peace by promoting enmity and hatred among the people of Tamil Nadu in the name of religion."

Rashmika's Working Holi

Rashmika's Working Holi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Unlike Bollywood, who love to party and post coloutful pictures, the stars down south continue to work even as they celebrate Holi.

First Look: Rajinikanth's Lingaa

First Look: Rajinikanth's Lingaa

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Directed by K S Ravikumar, the film is set to release on superstar's birthday, December 12.

Even Narendra Modi needs Rajinikanth!

Even Narendra Modi needs Rajinikanth!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

'Rajinikanth has fans in every political party. They will not change their mind because the BJP prints posters of him with Modi.'

The lady who romanced Rajinikanth!

The lady who romanced Rajinikanth!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

'I broke into Hindi cinema with Tere Mere Sapne and the song Aankh Mare become a big hit.' 'And now that song has become a rage again in Simmba.'

'Stop wasting milk on Rajinikanth'

'Stop wasting milk on Rajinikanth'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

'When 15 percent of the population in the state can't afford to buy milk, this senseless wasting of thousands of litres of milk should not be tolerated.' 'Roughly between 50,000 to 75,000 litres of milk is wasted every time the movie of a popular hero releases.'

Looking at Soundarya Rajinikanth's superstar life!

Looking at Soundarya Rajinikanth's superstar life!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

Happy birthday Soundarya!

D Gukesh Grooves To Manasilayo

D Gukesh Grooves To Manasilayo

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Donning a red kurta, veshti and sunglasses, Gukesh was seen performing the popular song's hook step with a group.

PIX: Malaysia welcomes Rajinikanth

PIX: Malaysia welcomes Rajinikanth

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

A lowdown on what's happening in the Tamil film industry.

'I can give my life for Rajinikanth'

'I can give my life for Rajinikanth'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Mumbai fans celebrate the release of Rajinikanth's latest film, Kabali.

The Women in Rajinikanth's Life

The Women in Rajinikanth's Life

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

A peek into the Tamil superstar's family life.

'Rajinikanth should not enter politics'

'Rajinikanth should not enter politics'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

Tamil superstar Rajinikanth may have been wooed by the Bharatiya Janata Party and G K Vasan, who broke away from the Congress, but newly appointed Congress chief in Tamil Nadu E V K S Elangovan feels he should not enter politics.

Rajinikanth appeals to fans not to urge him to reconsider entering politics

Rajinikanth appeals to fans not to urge him to reconsider entering politics

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

A day after his fans held an agitation, urging him to reverse his choice, the actor said he has already made known his decision and explained the reasons for it.

A bridge to friendship, courtesy Rajinikanth

A bridge to friendship, courtesy Rajinikanth

Rediff.com23 Jul 2016

'For me, he was a bridge to lifelong friendships in a land where I had none.' 'He helped break barriers of language and suspicion.' Maharaj Damodardas salutes the one and only Rajinikanth!

Rajinikanth reignites 'will he enter politics' talk

Rajinikanth reignites 'will he enter politics' talk

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Indicating a fresh start to the topic of if or not he would enter politics, that was debated for over two decades in Tamil Nadu, the actor said 'questions' lingered among the Mandram functionaries on the forum's future.