Rajinikanth's ‘Proud Daughter' Soundarya Reacts After Watching Coolie: ‘You're The Best, Appa'
Producer Soundarya Rajinikanth, who is also the younger daughter of Superstar Rajinikanth, on Thursday penned a post of appreciation for her dad in which she said that she was a proud daughter and that she loved him more than what she could ever say.
Penning the post on her social media timelines on the occasion of her dad completing 50 glorious years in the film industry, she wrote, '50 years, Appa. You haven't just been part of cinema … you've shaped it, redefined it, elevated it, and carried it into places it had never been before. You've inspired generations, set benchmarks, and become the heartbeat of the industry."
She further said, 'I'm a proud daughter, and I love you more than I can ever say…The last 10 minutes flashback of Coolie — I'll watch again and again, and keep cheering every single time. You're the best, Appa. The one and only. Thalaivar Nirandharam."
50 years, Appa. You haven't just been part of cinema … you've shaped it, redefined it, elevated it, and carried it into places it had never been before. You've inspired generations, set benchmarks, and become the heartbeat of the industry.I'm a proud daughter, and I love you… pic.twitter.com/46dVsk79mG
— soundarya rajnikanth (@soundaryaarajni) August 14, 2025
Soundarya's post is the latest in a long list of heartwarming messages that were sent actor Rajinikanth's way on Thursday.
The day was doubly special for Superstar Rajinikanth as apart from his film 'Coolie' releasing on this day, he also completed 50 years in the film industry.
Several actors, actresses, producers and film technicians cutting across the film industry greeted the superstar.
Actress, producer and politician Khushbu Sundar congratulated Superstar Rajinikanth for completing 50 years in the film industry, saying he was 'The Superstar" of the world.
Taking to her Instagram page to post a picture of herself with actor Rajinikanth, with whom she had acted in a number of films, she wrote, 'To our Hukum, wishing you many more 50s . Only you can hold the audience with this craze and love even after 50 years."
Going on to say that Rajinikanth continued to rule the hearts of the young and the old alike, she said, 'Been so honoured to have shared the screen with you, learned from you, and loved you. @rajinikanth you are indeed the one and only, The SUPERSTAR of the world. Blessed to have known you and adore you Sir. #rajni#rajnism #superstar #50 years of Stardom."
Khushbu wasn't the only one who greeted Rajinikanth on the occasion of his landmark achievement. Earlier in the day, actress Shilpa Shirodkar, who worked with Rajinikanth in the Hindi blockbuster 'Hum' almost 34 years ago, congratulated him, saying, Indian cinema was blessed to have him.
Taking to her Instagram page to pen a heartfelt post, Shilpa Shirodkar, who worked alongside superstars Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth in the film, said, 'I had the privilege of working with Rajini Sir at the very beginning of my career, and I must say it's a memory I will cherish forever. Thank you, Rajini Sir, for instilling in me the values of hard work, discipline, and kindness, which I still hold very close to my heart. You are truly an inspiration to me and to all of us!"
The actress, who said that she considered working alongside him an honour, added, 'You rule the industry with your style and the magic you create on screen and we can't wait for what's more to come! Congratulations on completing 50 years in the industry. Indian cinema is blessed to have you. Love you always, Shilpa Shirodkar @rajinikanth #50yearsofrajinikanth #hum".
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