Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Screenwriter, Actor, Film producer, Singer
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Birthplace
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Nationality
Citizenship
India
Religion
Hinduism
Languages
English, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu
Spouse
Latha Rajinikanth (1981)
Children
2 children: Aishwarya R. Dhanush, Soundarya Rajinikanth
Parents
Ramoji Rao Gaekwad, Jijabai Shahaji Bhosale
Siblings
Sathyanarayana Rao Gaikwad, Nageshwar Rao Gaikwad, Aswath Balubhai
Residences
Chennai
Education
Acharya Pathasala Public School
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Popularity
Tier A -- 124,271 Wikipedia views/month
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 6
Frequent co-star
Appeared in 15 films with Sripriya
Career
Career spanning 62 years (1957-2019)
Notable
First credit at age 7 -- started as a child actor
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Filmography (50)
AWARDS (3)
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Dadasaheb Phalke Award
2019
WON
B
Padma Bhushan
2000
WON
B
Filmfare Awards South
WON
Biography
Shivaji Rao Gaekwad, known by his mononymous stage name Rajinikanth, is an immensely popular actor in Tamil film industry of South India. He received the coveted Padma Vibhushan Award in 2016. At the 45th International Film Festival of India (2014), he was conferred with the "Centenary Award for Indian Film Personality of the Year". At the 50th edition of the International Film Festival of India (2019), he was honoured with the Icon of Global Jubilee award. At the 67th National Film Awards, he was awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Rajinikanth?
Rajinikanth is 75 years old, born on .
Where was Rajinikanth born?
Rajinikanth was born in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
What movies or shows has Rajinikanth been in?
Rajinikanth has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Petta (2019), Kabali (2016), Lingaa (2014), Kochadaiyaan (2014), Ra.One (2011).
What is Rajinikanth known for?
Rajinikanth is primarily known as an actor. Shivaji Rao Gaekwad, known by his mononymous stage name Rajinikanth, is an immensely popular actor in Tamil film industry of South India. He received the…
Where can I find more information about Rajinikanth?
You can find more about Rajinikanth on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.