Rajinikanth's 'Baasha' completes 30 years; 4K version releases in theatres, director Suresh Krissna expresses fondness
Rajinikanth
's iconic cult classic, 'Baasha'. To commemorate this special occasion, the film's esteemed director,
Suresh Krissna
, shared a heartfelt post on his X (formerly Twitter) page, igniting a wave of nostalgia among fans.
— Suresh_Krissna (@Suresh_Krissna)
'Baasha'
re-release
in theatres
In celebration of its milestone anniversary, 'Baasha' has been re-released in theaters today, July 18, 2025, with the Rajinikanth starrer securing a significant number of screens. Fans are enthusiastically embracing the re-digitized version of the vintage film, transforming cinema halls into festive
Rajinikanth's iconic role as Baasha
Directed by Suresh Krissna, Rajinikanth's iconic film 'Baasha' first captivated audiences on January 12, 1995. The plot follows the life of
Manikandan
, an ordinary ambulance driver, with the thrilling revelation of his past as 'Manickam'—a formidable mafia boss who once commanded immense respect and fear in Mumbai.
Driven by an unwavering devotion to his younger brother, the core plot sees Manickam, having distanced himself from his violent past, compelled to re-embrace his powerful 'Baasha' persona when circumstances demand.
A historical hit in
Tamil cinema
The music for the mass action thriller was composed by Deva, while the lyrics of the songs were penned by
Vairamuthu
. The film stars Rajinikanth in the lead role, and also has Nagma, Raguvaran, Sarathbabu, Viswanathan, Vijayakumar, Sanghavi, and many others in important roles. P. S. Prakash's camerawork and Raju Master's dance further elevated the technical quality of the film. 'Baasha' is considered a pivotal film that transformed the history of Tamil cinema.
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