Superstar Rajinikanth is now an inseparable part of Indian cinema for 50 years. During his magnificent career, he has played a variety of roles, from characters and opponents to prominent heroes. But do you know that the day of Holi has a special significance in his life?
In an old post by her daughter and filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth, it was revealed that the superstar was named ‘Rajinikanth’ on Holi in 1975.
Before the shooting of Apoorva Raggal, starring Kamal Haasan, Ki, the late director. Balchender replaced this name from Shivaji Rao Gikwad on him.
The film, which marked Rajinikanth’s debut in Tamil cinema, was released on August 15, 1975. A romantic drama, it follows the life of a young man, a young man, Bhairavi. Meanwhile, Bhairavi’s daughter, Ranjani, Prasanna’s father, develops emotions for Mahendran.
The central theme of the film was inspired by a puzzle from the Indian folklore collection of Vetala Panchvimashati (known as Vikram-Vetal). The puzzle revolves around a king, marrying a woman, while her son marries her mother, if these couples raise a question about kinship relationships for having children. This concept formed the foundation of the story of the film.
On the work front, Rajinikanth was last seen in the Vettyian, directed by TJ Gananewell. The film depicted him as an IPS officer, who accidentally encounters the wrong criminal, causing him to take down a rabbit hole as he attempts to resolve the case and customize his ways on the way.
The actor is now ready to appear in a cool directed by Lokesh Kanagaraja. The upcoming action flicks also stars Nagarjuna Akini and Upendra Rao in Pivolel roles, in which Aamir Khan is expected to make a cameo appearance.
Additionally, Rajinikanth Jailor 2, will resume his role in the jailer’s sequel. Directed by Nelson, the film’s production began earlier this month.
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