Hyderabad, Dec 12: Superstar Rajinikanth is celebrating his 74th birthday today, with fans across India sending heartfelt wishes through social media. Renowned for his larger-than-life persona and unmatched charisma, Rajinikanth continues to be a major influence in the Indian film industry.
As the day unfolds, fans are eagerly awaiting updates about his current and upcoming projects.
Coolie
Currently, Rajinikanth is filming the highly anticipated action-thriller Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Sun Pictures under Kalanithi Maran. The superstar is reportedly in Jaipur, shooting for the film.
During a recent media interaction, Rajinikanth confirmed that he has no plans to start any new projects until February 2025. For now, he is fully focused on Coolie, which is expected to continue filming over the next two months. The film is slated for a worldwide release in 2025.
Coolie has generated a lot of excitement, not just due to Rajinikanth's involvement but also because of its impressive ensemble cast. Alongside Rajinikanth, the film will feature Aamir Khan in a cameo, along with Nagarjuna, Upendra, Sathyaraj, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, and Reba Monica John. The technical crew includes cinematographer Girish.
Jailer 2 and Mani Ratnam collaboration
Adding to the birthday excitement, reports suggest that the title teaser for Jailer 2 will be released on Rajinikanth's birthday. The sequel to the 2023 blockbuster Jailer has already sparked considerable anticipation.
Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the original Jailer was a massive hit, grossing over ₹605-650 crore worldwide. With Rajinikanth playing the role of Muthuvel Pandian, the film's gripping storyline, intense action, and powerful soundtrack by Anirudh Ravichander made it a standout success.
The sequel is expected to build on the success of its predecessor, bringing even more thrilling action and drama to the screen. Fans are eagerly awaiting the title teaser, hoping for a glimpse of what's to come in Jailer 2.
Meanwhile, there are rumors that Rajinikanth will reunite with legendary director Mani Ratnam for a new film. The prospect of the two giants collaborating after 34 years has generated immense excitement, and fans are eager to see what this reunion will bring.
Rajinikanth's recent film Vettaiyan, despite receiving mixed reviews and struggling at the box office, is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, allowing fans to enjoy it at their leisure.
As Rajinikanth marks another milestone in his illustrious career, his fans continue to shower him with love and admiration, eagerly anticipating the next chapter in his cinematic journey.
