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Rajinikanth may have finally taken the plunge into politics, but Thalaivar's success isn't guaranteed; here's why

Rajinikanth has a formidable fan following. His non-Tamil identity may not so seriously matter in a state like Tamil Nadu which worshipped MGR and Jayalalithaa. But MGR was steeled in the fiery furnace of Dravidian identity politics and NTR vociferously stood for Telugu pride. Rajinikanth is yet to invent his political idiom.

Rajinikanth's decision to enter politics is a sagacious move, but Tamil superstar must avoid impulsive vows

Rajinikanth has made a sagacious move by not joining any existing political party including BJP, for which he has had an enormous liking

'No one can stand in my way,' says Rajinikanth as he takes plunge into politics; asks fans to galvanise support

Superstar Rajinikanth will set to announce his political stand on Sunday. The actor had on Wednesday said that people would have to wait for four days for him to spell out his stand on entering politics.

Kaala: Huma Qureshi and Nana Patekar confirmed alongside Rajinikanth for gangster film

Nana Patekar and Huma Qureshi have been roped in to play a pivotal role in Kaala starring Rajinikanth, produced by Dhanush and directed by Pa Ranjith.

How I'm preparing for Kabali's release: A Rajinikanth super-fan on Thalaivar's new film

As Kabali's release draws closer on 1 July, a Rajinikanth fan is ready with his Thalaivar t-shirt, and a begging bowl, for first day first show tickets!

Not just actor, bus conductor Rajinikanth was popular too

Did you know that passengers would let buses go empty and wait for the one where Rajinikanth was on duty as the superstar, who was then a bus conductor, amazed people by issuing tickets and returning the change in his trademark style?