Cinematic Legend, Divine Devotion: Fan Performs Puja For Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth’s immense popularity continues to inspire extraordinary devotion among his fans. On Maha Shivaratri, observed on February 15 this year, Karthik performed rituals at his home temple where Rajinikanth is revered in the form of Lord Shiva. The image used was from the actor’s film *Uzhaippali*, where he appeared in a Shiva-like avatar.  

The puja included traditional offerings and abhishekam, with the highlight being a garland made of 500 vadais, symbolizing both devotion and celebration of Rajinikanth’s five decades in cinema. This was the third consecutive year that Karthik performed the Maha Shivaratri puja for the superstar, reflecting the deep spiritual connection fans feel toward him.  

Rajinikanth, affectionately called “Thalaiva,” has long been admired not only for his cinematic achievements but also for his humility and larger-than-life persona. Fans across Tamil Nadu and beyond often express their admiration in unique ways, including building temples and performing rituals in his honor.  

Key highlights from the announcement include  

• Fan Karthik from Madurai performed Maha Shivaratri puja for Rajinikanth  
• Temple built inside his residence dedicated to the superstar  
• Rajinikanth’s Lord Shiva look from *Uzhaippali* used for rituals  
• Garland of 500 vadais offered to mark 50 years in cinema  
• Third consecutive year of performing Shivaratri puja for the actor  

Analysts note that such acts of devotion highlight the cultural phenomenon surrounding Rajinikanth, where admiration transcends cinema and enters the realm of spirituality. His fan base continues to demonstrate unparalleled loyalty, reinforcing his status as one of India’s most iconic figures.  

Sources: The Shillong Times, LatestLY, The Federal, ANI  [The Shillong Times]