Actor Rajinikanth Biography, Age, Height, Weight, Life Story, Education, Movie list, Career, Awards, Family, Net Worth
Learn about the biography of celebrity, Kollywood Actor Rajinikanth. Actor Rajinikanth's Life Story, Age, Height, Weight, Salary per movie, Net worth, Education, Movie list, Career, Awards, Family, Marriage life, Wife, Girlfriend, Father, Mother, Children, Rajinikanth movies and more.
Rajinikanth Short Biography
Rajinikanth, is a prominent figure in Indian cinema, often referred to as Kollywood. Born on 12 December 1950, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Rajinikanth stands at 6 feet 0 inches (183 cm) and Approximately 75 kg. At 74 years old (as of 2025), he has made a significant impact on the industry since starting his career in 1975. Besides acting, Rajinikanth is also a Film Producer, Politician. His influence extends beyond acting, contributing to his net worth of approximately Estimated around ₹3500 crores. Rajinikanth is an Indian nationality, and his zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Actor Rajinikanth's father's name is R. Subramaniam and his mother's name is Jijabai. Actor Rajinikanth has 2 brothers, Sathyanarayana Rao Gaikwad and Nageshwara Rao Gaikwad, and 1 sister Aswath Balubhai. Rajinikanth married Latha Rajinikanth on February 26, 1981, and has 2 children Soundarya Rajinikanth, and Aishwarya Rajinikanth.
Actor Rajinikanth studied at Acharya Paathshala, Bengaluru. Rajinikanth is proficient in multiple languages, including Tamil, Hindi, and English. Apart from that, he has a keen interest in hobbies such as Reading, gardening, and watching films. Rajinikanth started a cinema career in Apoorva Raagangal (1975) a Tamil film directed by K. Balachander.
Rajinikanth Biography
Real Name
Shivaji Rao Gaekwad
Nickname
Superstar, Rajini, Thalaiva
Age
74
Date Of Birth
12-12-1950
Body Measurement
40-34-36 (approximate)
Height
6 feet 0 inches (183 cm)
Weight
Approximately 75 kg
Birth Place
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Live
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Profession
Actor, Screenwriter
Worked also
Film Producer, Politician
Start Career
1975
Industry
Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada cinema
Worked in movies
Over 200 films across multiple languages
Religion
Hindu
Nationality
Indian
Zodiac
Sagittarius
Hair Colour
Black
Eye Colour
Dark Brown
Rajinikanth Family
Father
R. Subramaniam
Mother
Jijabai
Siblings
2 brother and 1 sister
Brothers name
Sathyanarayana Rao Gaikwad and Nageshwara Rao Gaikwad
Sisters name
Aswath Balubhai
Girlfriend/affairs
no
Marital Status
Married
Marriage
February 26, 1981
Wife
Latha Rajinikanth
Childrens
2
Daughter
Soundarya Rajinikanth, Aishwarya Rajinikanth
Rajinikanth Education
Education
Studied at Acharya Paathshala, Bengaluru
School
Acharya Paathshala, Bengaluru
College
Vivekananda College, Bangalore
Languages known
Tamil, Hindi, English
Hobbies
Reading, gardening, watching films
Rajinikanth Favorites
Favorite Actor
Amitabh Bachchan
Favorite Actress
Sridevi
Favorite Director
K. Balachander
Favorite Food
South Indian cuisine, especially dosa and sambar
Favorite Colour
White
Favorite Dress
Traditional Indian attire
Favorite Movies
Enthiran, Baasha, Muthu, Kabali
Favorite Places
Chennai, India, often mentions his love for his hometown
Favorite Sports
Cricket
Favorite Cars
Rolls-Royce, BMW
Rajinikanth First Film
First lead role film
Apoorva Raagangal (1975)
First film Language
Tamil
First film category
Drama
First film Actor
Srividya
First film Director
K. Balachander
First film Producer
V. Govindarajan
First film Story writer
K. Balachander
First film Music Director
M. S. Viswanathan
Rajinikanth Interesting Facts
Salary per movie
₹40-50 crores per film (varies)
Net worth
Estimated around ₹3500 crores
Does actor smoke
Yes
Does actor drink alcohol
Yes
Brand ambassador
Endorsed brands like Emami, Mahindra, and more
Career Highlights
Padma Bhushan award, successful transition from Tamil to Hindi cinema, extensive work with K. Balachander
Political Involvement
Launched Rajini Makkal Mandram, a political forum, though not formally entered politics
Philanthropy
Donates to various causes including education, healthcare, and disaster relief
