Gunjan Chaudhary
Rajinikanth is not just an actor, he is an emotion for millions of fans across India and beyond. Revered almost like a deity, the superstar enjoys a level of fandom rarely seen in Indian cinema. Temples have been built in his name, milk is poured over his posters on film release days, and special prayers are offered for his success. Such is the aura of Thalaivar Rajinikanth, a name that truly needs no introduction.
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Rajinikanth’s Stardom And Personal Life
Rajinikanth made his film debut on August 15, 1975, with K. Balachander’s iconic film Apoorva Raagangal. In his early years, he was often seen playing small but impactful villainous roles. However, it didn’t take long for his unmatched screen presence and style to turn him into a phenomenon. Films like Billa, Don, Moondru Mugam, Thalapathi, Padayappa, Sivaji, and many more helped Rajinikanth carve a unique and everlasting place in Indian cinema.
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While Rajinikanth’s professional journey has always remained in the limelight, his personal life has also attracted significant attention over the years. Reports linking him with several leading actresses of South Indian cinema have surfaced from time to time. One of the most talked-about and controversial chapters of his life involved actress Amala, who later married Telugu superstar Nagarjuna.
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Rajinikanth shared screen space with Amala in films such as Mappillai, Kodi Parakkuthu, and Velaikkaran. Their on-screen chemistry was widely appreciated by audiences. At the time, Rajinikanth was already a massive star, while Amala was an emerging actress making a strong mark in the industry. During the shooting of Velaikkaran in 1987, reports suggest that Rajinikanth developed strong feelings for Amala. It was said that he frequently visited her shooting sets and spent long hours there.
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According to several media reports from that period, the relationship became so serious that Rajinikanth even considered divorcing his wife, Latha Rangachari. Rumors claimed that he had sent a divorce notice to Latha, which created shockwaves among fans. The news reportedly angered his loyal fan base, with some even threatening to boycott his films.