'Coolie' star Rajinikanth calls fans 'Gods who make me live'; Check out Tweet here
On Friday (August 15), Superstar Rajinikanth expressed deep gratitude as he completed 50 golden years in the film industry.
In a statement shared in Tamil on his X handle, he began by wishing everyone a 'Happy 79th Independence Day' and went on to thank political leaders, colleagues, and friends who congratulated him on his milestone.
'My heartfelt thanks go to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami, BJP leader Nainar Nagendiran, my friend Annamalai, madam Sasikala, Dhinakaran, madam Premalatha and other friends in politics,' he wrote. Turning to his fans, he delivered his most emotional line yet: 'I also express my heartfelt thanks to my fans, who are the Gods who make me live.'
When cinema's biggest names paid tribute
Rajinikanth's anniversary sparked tributes across the film fraternity. His long-time friend Kamal Haasan took to X with a heartfelt note: 'Marking half a century of cinematic brilliance, my dear friend @rajinikanth celebrates 50 glorious years in cinema today. I celebrate our Super Star with affection and admiration, and wish Coolie resounding global success befitting this golden jubilee.' He credited director Lokesh Kanagaraj, producer Kalanithi Maran, music composer Anirudh Ravichander, and the ensemble cast, while adding a personal cheer for his daughter Shruti Haasan.
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Mohanlal, Mammootty, Ilaiyaraaja, and several others also joined in the celebrations.
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When his director spoke of cherished moments
Lokesh Kanagaraj, who directed Rajinikanth in 'Coolie', called the film 'a special one in my journey' and said it came together with 'everyone pouring their hearts and love into it… because of you, #Thalaivar.' He added, 'Will forever be grateful for this opportunity, and the conversations we've shared both on and off the film! These are moments I will always cherish and never forget.' Closing his tribute, Lokesh thanked Rajinikanth 'from the bottom of my heart' for inspiring generations and congratulated him for '50 glorious years of making us love you, learn from you, and grow with you.
We love you, #Thalaivaa.'
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