If not for the hype and stunning teaser, which promised an all-out Rajini masala entertainer, Kabali would be far more enjoyable, feels S Saraswathi.
'If he goes ahead with his plan, it might work.'
"The whole idea of us coming together was to create something that would satisfy his fans. After all, he hasn't been seen in any film for year -- his last release was during the last Pongal," Darbar director A R Murugadoss tells Subhash K Jha.
As Rajinikanth turns 69 on December 12, his family and friends took to social media to wish him. They posted pictures of the superstar and wrote touching notes.
Mary Kom was felicitated by superstar Rajinikanth
After a gap of 10 years, the DMK snatched the reins of power from arch rival AIADMK, with its president M K Stalin leading the party to a stellar performance and in the process, helming the state as chief minister for the first time.
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Megastar Rajinikanth turns 70 on December 12.
Kannada film Rajni Kantha doesn't offer much by way or story.
On the Superstar's birthday, authors P C Balasubramaniam and Ram N Ramakrishnan explain why they chose to write a book on Rajinikanth.
'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.'
Rajinikanth is back to what he does best!
Rajini Murugan, Tharai Thappattai, Kathakali, Gethu...
Rajinikanth and Kamalahaasan's new generation movies of the twenty-first century may make bigger money than their earlier films but leave behind a lesser impact. That would make the difference between their success and failure as politicians, says N Sathiya Moorthy.
Thalaiva's name and photo will appear on the logo and label of the channel.
Rajinikanth fans throng Chennai theatres to catch his latest film Lingaa.
'I can never define what kind of an actor I am; all I know is I have to remain focused and imbibe whatever role is offered to me,' Bobby Simha tells Praveen Sundaram.
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.
Rajinikanth, Pran, Shashi Kapoor join the entire film industry as they attend the Big B's 70th birthday party.
Vishnu Vishal is his name. And he used to be a cricketer before he became an actor.
Saisuresh Sivaswamy is watching the noon show at Mumbai's Arora theatre, known for catering to Rajini fans, and making a mega celebration of all his releases.
The clarification was issued through an advertisement in local dailies after facing political backlash, including from parties perceived close to the government.
The film will go on floors after Rajinikanth is done shooting for Robot sequel.
In many ways, Kaala sets a fine example of a leader who inspires his team and never gives up on them.
Today, when one Kamalahaasan launches a new political outfit, vowing to cleanse Tamil Nadu polity and political administration of corruption, mal-governance and non-governance, he is pitted not only against Rajini with his commitment to 'spiritual politics', he is also pitted against the real 'Lotus' in Tamil Nadu politics, representing the ruling BJP at the Centre, says N Sathiya Moorthy.
Dubbing as 'farcical' the time of 15 days given by Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala to Yeddyurappa to prove his majority, the Tamil superstar, who is set to enter politics, said that it should not have been done.
A top up insurance would cost far lesser than a fresh insurance policy for a higher sum insured
He, however said he will serve people in whatever ways he can without entering electoral politics.
Its double bonanza for Rajinikanth fans as his newest film releases on his 64th birthday.
Despite the technological hype, it is still extremely tough to connect with the virtual characters, especially Rajinikanth, whose larger-than-life persona cannot be captured by any path-breaking technology
Set in the backdrop of the Sri Lankan Civil War, Santosh Sivan's Inam brings to light the plight of the thousands of hapless Lankan Tamils, who were caught in the crossfire between the LTTE (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam) and the Sri Lankan government.
Rajinikanth will announce his decision by the end of this month through a video message on his Twitter handle.
'Kaala's sin is not that it is presented as a mouthpiece for its director Pa Ranjith's political viewpoints, but that it makes a travesty of them.' 'Ranjith turns Marx into merchandise, all the while functioning as a hired hand for Brand Rajinikanth,' points out Sreehari Nair.
Also present at Soundarya's reception: Tamil Nadu CM, deputy CM, ministers, other powerful politicians and, of course, movie stars...
Terrorists have stepped up attacks in the Kashmir valley over the past week.
'He should not have said that he will contest irrespective of his health four weeks ago.'
Glimpses from the spectacular night.
'I always believed films don't have any language.'
