Mumbai, Aug 13
It has been 50 years since superstar Rajinikanth first graced the screen with "Apoorva Raagangal" back in 1975.
As Thalaiva completed half a century in the entertainment industry, several who's who from the film fraternity congratulated Rajinikanth on achieving the rare feat.
Director, S Shankar penned: "Dear @rajinikanth sir The awe I felt from the day I first saw you on screen in Moondru Mudichu, seeing you in person on the sets of Johnny, meeting you as a director, narrating my stories, making Sivaji, Endhiran, 2.0 and up until a couple of weeks ago when I saw you last- 50 years of awe that has never diminished by the slightest. They say the most positive aura extends fifty feet from its source, your Awe-ra engulfs the whole world sir. Your life is a lesson for humility, staying grounded, respect, dedication, punctuality, hard work and perseverance. A golden jubilee has never shined brighter. My best ever wishes for #Coolie and the whole team. Arangam Adhirattum."
Karthi wrote on the micro-blogging site: "50 years of unmatched style, mass and magic. The one and only #Superstar!! @rajinikanth."
Several others wished Rajinikanth on marking 50 years on the silver screen.