Rajinikanth turns 71: Birthday wishes pour in to ‘Annaatthe’ actor

As South India’s
Thalaivar, Rajinikanth turns 71 today, there is a certain magic in the air. His
wide fanbase has taken over social media, with heartwarming wishes, creative videos,
and lots of activities planned in order to celebrate the legend’s birthday.

His
fans on twitter have shared various pictures of the mega icon, along with his
inspiring words. They have also organized blood donation drives and screening
of his popular films.

Lovingly calling
him ‘thalaivar’, inspiration, mentor and a motivation to many, his fans sent
all their love and greetings to the star through social media.

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The superstar is
said to celebrate his birthday with close friends and family in Chennai. A
month ago, Rajinikanth underwent a complex medical procedure, known as carotid artery revascularisation surgery, but has confirmed
that he has recovered and is doing well.

The mega icon is yet to announce his next
upcoming film. He was last seen in Annaatthe, a rural drama directed by Siruthai
Siva. The film released on Diwali this year.

Born as Shivaji Rao Gaekwad in a
simple Marathi family based in Karnataka, Rajinikanth came as a colossal force
that changed the south cinema industry forever. Starring in over a hundred blockbuster
films, he quickly rose to popularity due to his dialogue delivery and cinematic
persona.

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His 46 years long acting career has left a
monumental impact on his fans and the industry.

His accomplishments are many, such as
being felicitated with the Padma
Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan by the Government of India. He also received
the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke award for his exceptional acting performances
in South Indian films. Rajinikanth also made it to the top celebrity list
columns of American business magazine, Forbes.

PM Narendra Modi,
actor Madhuri Dixit Nene, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar and many others from
the film, political and sports fraternity extended their best wishes to the 71-year-old
star.