Chennai, 18 August (H.S.) : Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagendran met superstar Rajinikanth in Chennai to congratulate him on completing 50 years in the Indian film industry. The meeting comes amid widespread tributes pouring in for the veteran actor's golden jubilee in cinema. Nagendran lauded Rajinikanth's remarkable journey, praising him for bringing international recognition to Tamil cinema and inspiring millions of fans with his work and humility.
Rajinikanth made his debut in director K. Balachander's landmark film Apoorva Raagangal, released on August 15, 1975. Since then, he has acted in 171 films across multiple languages, establishing himself as one of the most celebrated actors in Indian cinema. The actor has received numerous accolades, including the Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
Special events, fan celebrations, and film screenings are being organized across Tamil Nadu to mark this milestone. Rajinikanth's 50-year career represents not just his achievements but also the enduring charisma and hope he has offered through his larger-than-life presence on screen. Political leaders, celebrities, and fans have joined in celebrating this milestone, acknowledging his immense contribution to the industry and his influence on Tamil society and popular culture.
Rajinikanth expressed gratitude to various personalities, including Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, Leader of the Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami, and BJP leaders Nainar Nagendran and K Annamalai, for their congratulatory messages. His latest film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, premiered on August 14 and received enthusiastically by fans.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary
