Rajinikanth Birthday Special: 7 GIFs That Absolutely Nail What Thalaiva Is All About

Superstar Rajinikanth turns a year older today (December 12) and birthday wishes have been pouring in from fans, politicians and the who's who of the entertainment industry on his social media accounts. The veteran superstar, who has fans of all ages and in all parts of the world, is one such celebrity who has never been named the world’s richest actor. The actor hasn't done any TV commercials or talk shows either. However, reportedly Thalaiva will soon launch his party ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections. Darbar: Rajinikanth Makes a Swagger Appearance On The New Poster Ahead of Chumma Kizhi Song Release (View Pic)

Have you ever seen the actor doing extensive promotions for his films? Yet, he manages to give blockbuster hits every time he signs a film. No doubt,  the popularity that the star enjoys across the world is crazy. Rajinikanth is a brand in himself and everything that is associated with him automatically becomes famous. But it was not a cakewalk for the actor to be what he is today. Rajinikanth Conferred With ‘Icon of Golden Jubilee’ Award at IFFI 2019, Thalaivar Fans Trend ‘Pride Of India Rajinikanth’ on Twitter

As Rajinikanth celebrates 69th birthday today (December 12), let us revisit some of Rajinikanth’s signature stuff, in GIFs.

Check Them Out Here:

One can't wear goggles the way Rajinikanth does.

Rajinikanth's signature cigarette flip is a treat for all his fans.

Rajini's got the swag bro!

It was 1999’s Padayappa that really brought Rajinikanth’s signature salute into the limelight.

Rajinikanth's laugh is very infectious.

While Amitabh Bachchan epitomised the 'Angry Young Man' in Hindi cinema, Superstar Rajinikanth personified the 'Angry Young Man' in Tamil cinema.

Rajinikanth flips the towel in his trademark style.

On the professional front, Rajinikanth, who was last seen in Petta and the second installment in the Enthiran franchise, 2.0, is currently awaiting the release of his next film Darbar. Helmed by AR Murugadoss, the film that is one of the most-anticipated films of 2019, will hit the screens on Pongal 2020.

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