G.O.A.T – Why is Rajinikanth a phenomenon
Few would have noticed, but it was the first time that Superstar Rajinikanth donned the role of a grand father in his August 2023 outing titled “Jailer”. While the actor, who will complete 50 years in Indian Cinema in 2025 has been the darling of Producers & Distributors for two decades continuously in the 80s and 90s, the actor’s charisma started waning around the turn of the millennium. His own production film “Baba”, one of his career best according to his ardent fans, was the worst flop of his career. Thereafter, the actor’s films have been nothing short of a roller-coster ride. As I write this article after 5 days since the release of Jailer, the film is said to have grossed Rs. 350 Cr (USD 65 mn approx.) worldwide at the box office as per market estimates. Day 1 - ₹ 95.78 cr Day 2 - ₹ 56.24 cr Day 3 - ₹ 68.51 cr Day 4 - ₹ 82.36 cr Day 5 - ₹ 49.03 cr Total - ₹ 351.92 cr For a 72-year old actor, at the fag end of his career, this is nothing short of a miracle of