In a heartwarming celebration of his 73rd birthday on Tuesday, December 12, legendary actor Rajinikanth became the focal point of adoration as a throwback picture from his 71st birthday festivities went viral on various social media platforms.
The image captured a joyous moment with Rajinikanth surrounded by his family, including his wife Latha, daughters Aishwarya and Soundarya Rajinikanth, and close relatives, as he cut three birthday cakes. Dressed in a pristine white kurta and matching dhoti, the superstar radiated happiness on his special day.
Wishes for the iconic actor poured in from all corners, with celebrities, production houses, and fans expressing their admiration and love. Notably, Dhanush, Rajinikanth’s ex-son-in-law and a prominent actor, was among the first to extend birthday greetings. Taking to social media, Dhanush shared, “Happy birthday Thalaiva @rajinikanth,” accompanied by folded-hands and heart emojis.
Other celebrities, including Varalaxmi Sarathkumar and Raghava Lawrence, also shared heartfelt wishes for the beloved Thalaivar.
Thalaiva Rajinikanth on the work front
In the professional realm, Thalaiva experienced a stellar year, with his action-comedy Jailor emerging as the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2023 and securing the fifth position among the top-grossing Indian movies. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film amassed a remarkable lifetime collection ranging between Rs 650-720 crore.
Looking ahead, Rajinikanth is set to grace the silver screen in Thalaivar 170, a star-studded venture featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Manju Warrier, Fahadh Faasil, and Telugu sensation Rana Daggubati in pivotal roles. Directed by TJ Gnanavel, the film also boasts the talents of Ritika Singh and Dushara Vijaya in significant roles.
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The actor’s influence extends beyond the screen, as evidenced by a devoted fan named Karthik, who recently transformed a part of his home into a shrine dedicated to Thalaiva. Karthik proudly shared that the actor’s idol, weighing an impressive 250 kg, holds a sacred place in their hearts. “For us, Rajinikanth is God. I have built a temple for him as a mark of respect,” he conveyed to ANI.