Rajinikanth's top 7 mass films to watch before 'Coolie' hits theatres
August 11, 2025
The ultimate Superstar of South Indian cinema, Rajinikanth, has delivered many blockbuster films filled with action, power, and iconic dialogues. Here are his 7 films to watch before 'Coolie' hits theatres.
This action-packed film was about an orphan who was raised in slums and befriended a local don to fight for the rights of the poor. However, his life changed when he met his birth mother.
Thalapathi (1991)
This action film followed a humble auto driver who hid his past as an underworld don. However, his old self returned when his family faced troubles. The film was a massive hit and ran for nearly 15 months in theaters.
Baashha (1995)
This film was an intense family drama filled with powerful dialogue and emotions. The story revolved around a mechanical engineer who lost his home and family honour, but he rebuilt his life with struggles.
Padayappa (1999)
This film was about an NRI software engineer. He tried to establish a non-profit trust with a series of hospitals and schools; however, he faced corruption at every point. It was the highest-grossing Tamil film that year.
Sivaji: The Boss (2007)
This was a sci-fi film, starring Aishwarya Rai and Rajinikanth. The film follows a scientist who creates a unique robot, and both roles are played by Rajnikanth himself.
Enthiran (2010)
This story was about a hostel warden with a hidden dark past. His true identity was revealed when he became the target of a dreaded politician and his son.
Petta (2019)
This film was about a retired jailer who went back into the dangerous world of crime when his son went missing.
Jailer (2023)
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