Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Producer, Screenplay Writer, Philanthropist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 12/12/1950 |
| Age | 75 years |
| Birthplace | Bengaluru, Mysore State (now Karnataka), India |
| Marriage Date | 26/02/1981 |
Latest News about Rajinikanth
11/09/2025
'Coolie' will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on September 11, 2025, less than a month after its theatrical debut, allowing global audiences to stream the film. This digital release follows the successful theatrical run and expands the movie's accessibility to viewers who prefer streaming platforms.
14/08/2025
Rajinikanth's film 'Coolie,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, premiered in theaters on August 14, 2025, marking the first theatrical release of the movie. The film features the cinema legend in a pivotal role and has generated significant anticipation among fans for its unique storyline and direction.
2025
After 46 years, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan are reuniting on screen in a film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, sparking massive excitement among fans across India. This historic collaboration brings together two of Tamil cinema's most iconic legends for a project that promises to be a landmark event in Indian film history.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Shivaji Rao Gaekwad | ||||||||
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| Nickname(s) | Rajinikanth, Thalaiva, Superstar | ||||||||
| Religion | Hinduism | ||||||||
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| Hobbies | Travelling, Reading, Gardening | ||||||||
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) | ||||||
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| Weight | 75 Kg (165 lbs) | ||||||
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown | ||||||
| Hair Color | White (Semi-bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Acharya Paathshala in Basavanagudi, Bangalore, Vivekananda Balaka Sangha |
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| College | M.G.R Film and Television Institute of Tamil Nadu |
| Qualification | Diploma in Acting |
Personal Life
| Address | A bungalow in Poes Garden, Chennai |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Latha (M.1981-present) |
Family
| Father | Ramoji Rao Gaekwad (Worked as a police constable) |
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| Mother | Jijabai (Homemaker) |
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| Children | Aishwarya (born in 1982), Soundarya (born in 1984) |
Career
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Favourites
| Food | Masala Dosa |
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| Actor(s) | Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Sylvester Stallone |
| Actresses | Rekha, Hema Malini |
| Film | Veera Kesari (Kannada) |
| Musician | Ilayaraja |
| Colour | Black |
| Book(s) | Ponniyin Selvan by Kalki, Amma Vanthal by T. Janakiraman |
| Politician | Lee Kuan Yew (Former Prime Minister of Singapore) |
| Social Activist | Anna Hazare |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Destination | The Himalayas |
Style Quotient
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| Notes | In September 2023, Kalanithi Maran, the chairman of Sun Pictures production house, celebrated the film 'Jailer' success by gifting Rajinikanth a BMW X7. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Rajinikanth does not smoke (Quit). | |
| 2. Rajinikanth drinks alcohol. | |
| 3. He is a Maharashtrian by birth with ancestors from Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. | |
| 4. After losing his mother at a young age, he was raised by his father and elder brothers. | |
| 5. He was mischievous in his childhood. | |
| 6. Before acting, he worked as a carpenter, coolie, and Bangalore Transport Service (BTS) bus conductor. | |
| 7. Friend Raj Bahadur financed his acting education in Chennai. | |
| 8. He joined the Madras Film Institute and learned Tamil. | |
| 9. His debut was in 'Apoorva Raagangal' (1975) with Kamal Haasan. | |
| 10. He initially played negative roles until 'Chilakamma Cheppindi' (1977). | |
| 11. 'Billa' (1980) was his first commercial success. | |
| 12. He met his wife, Latha, during a college interview. | |
| 13. He portrayed a Hindu saint in his 100th film 'Sri Raghavendra' (1985). | |
| 14. In 1988, he starred in the English film 'Bloodstone'. | |
| 15. 'Raaja Chinna Roja' (1989) was the first Tamil film with animation. | |
| 16. His film 'Thalapathi' (1991) had a U/A certificate. | |
| 17. He protested for various social causes including water rights and Sri Lankan Tamil rights. | |
| 18. 'Rajinikanth' (2007) made him the highest-paid Asian actor. | |
| 19. 'Enthiran' (Robot) was originally for Kamal Haasan. | |
| 20. Forbes India named him Most Influential Indian of 2010. | |
| 21. He made a cameo in 'Ra.One' (2011). | |
| 22. He backed Anna Hazare's anti-corruption movement in 2011. | |
| 23. He visits the Himalayas post every film since 1995. | |
| 24. He avoids meetings after 9 pm and is known for his punctuality. | |
| 25. Rajinikanth is humble and lives simply with a God-like stature in South India. | |
| 26. A temple dedicated to him was built by a fan in Tamil Nadu. | |
| 27. Meena worked with him as a child actor and as a heroine. | |
| 28. Fans celebrate his birthday as 'World Style Day.' | |
| 29. Swami Satchidananda was his spiritual guru. | |
| 30. He acted with Sripriya in over 27 movies. | |
| 31. He compensated his distributors for film losses. | |
| 32. He owns the Raghavendra Mandapam marriage hall. | |
| 33. His famous cigarette tossing style came from his school days. | |
| 34. He featured in black & white, coloured, animated, and 3D films. | |
| 35. Rajinikanth received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2021. | |
| 36. He became India's highest-paid actor again in 2023. | |
| 37. He reportedly insured his voice and holds a copyright for it. |