Rajinikanth's 50 Years in Cinema: Madurai fan decorates temple with 5,500 posters ahead of 'Coolie' release - Watch

A Thalaivar fan went all out to celebrate 50 years of Superstar Rajinikanth's presence in the Indian film industry by covering an entire temple in 5,500 posters of the actor in Madurai.

As per an ANI post, Karthik built the Arulmigu Sri Rajini Temple and positioned it adjacent to Karthik's home in 2023. The temple is a space completely devoted to the legacy of Rajinikanth, Rajini. To honour the 'Coolie' star, Karthik conducted a true special Abhishekam, which was bathing Rajinikanth's idol in milk and water, and other sacred things, and chanting of mantras that is traditionally a common ritual for deities.

Inside the Arulmigu Sri Rajini Temple

The temple houses a 250-kg statue of Rajinikanth. Speaking in an earlier interview with the agency, Karthik explained his motivation, "For us, 'Rajinikanth' is God. I have built a temple for him as a mark of respect." This recent decoration with thousands of posters is just another chapter in his ongoing adoration for the cinema icon.

Rajinikanth's Movie Career

Rajinikanth's acting career started in the mid-1970s, and he has been a cultural phenomenon loved by audiences of all ages. Currently, the actor is gearing up for the release of his upcoming action drama, 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

About the film

'Coolie' stars Rajinikanth as Deva, an old daily wage worker with a dark and mysterious past, who stands up against a corrupt syndicate exploiting the workers in a coastal port town.

The film stars some of the biggest stars, including Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan in key roles. The film also features a cameo appearance by Pooja Hegde in a song named 'Monica'. It will be released in multiple languages on August 14.

The film will clash with YRF's 'War 2', which stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani.