Archive · 13 Dec 2025
Rajinikanth Celebrates 75th Birthday and 50 Years in Cinema
Rajinikanth, a famous Indian actor, is celebrating his 75th birthday and 50 years in the film industry.
Born as Shivaji Rao Gaekwad in Bangalore, he has acted in over 170 films in various languages.
His fans, politicians like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, and celebrities like Mohanlal and Kamal Haasan have wished him on his special day.
Some of his notable films include Enthiran, Sivaji: The Boss, and Baashha.
Fans in Madurai even held a special puja at a Rajini Temple to celebrate.
Rajinikanth's upcoming movie, Jailer 2, is set to release in 2026.
His journey from a bus conductor to a superstar is truly inspiring.
Rajinikanth is celebrating his 75th birthday and 50 years in the film industry on December 12, 2025.
Notable personalities, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, extended birthday wishes to the superstar.
Celebrities like Mohanlal, Kamal Haasan, Dhanush, and Khushbu Sundar also wished Rajinikanth on his special day.
Fans in Madurai organized a special puja at a Rajini Temple, featuring a 300-kg statue of the actor and various rituals.
Rajinikanth's upcoming movie, Jailer 2, is set to release on June 12, 2026, featuring an ensemble cast and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar.
- Who
- Rajinikanth (Shivaji Rao Gaekwad) and his fans, politicians, and celebrities
- What
- Celebration of Rajinikanth's 75th birthday and 50 years in the film industry
- When
- December 12, 2025
- Where
- India, with notable celebrations in Tamil Nadu and Madurai
- Why
- To honor Rajinikanth's contributions to Indian cinema and his significant milestones
- Birth Name
- Shivaji Rao Gaekwad
- Birth Date
- December 12, 1950
- Birth Place
- Bangalore (now Bengaluru), India
- Career Span
- 50 years
- Number of Films
- Over 170
- Notable Films
- Enthiran, Sivaji: The Boss, Baashha, Kabali, Kaala, Jailer, Petta, Apoorva Raagangal
- Upcoming Movie
- Jailer 2 (Release Date: June 12, 2026)
- Fan Celebration
- Special Puja at Rajini Temple in Madurai
Sources
'Consistently Setting Benchmarks': PM Modi Extends Birthday Wishes To Superstar Rajinikanth
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Rajinikanth 75th Birthday: Thalaivar Fans Celebrate Padayappa Re-Release; Dance Outside Theatre In Chennai
Sun Pictures drops ‘Jailer 2’ BTS video to mark Rajinikanth’s 75th birthday - Telegraph India
Rajinikanth Turns 75: TN Chief Minister MK Stalin, Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, Nelson Dilipkumar Wish Superstar
