Rajni to restart Rana in January?

Ever since Superstar Rajinikanth completed the shoot of Shahrukh's much awaited Ra. One, the entire Rana team is thrilled and excited. And now the man himself, Rajinikanth, has confirmed that he will restart Rana by the first week of January. At present, director K.S. Ravikumar is busy finalizing the venues and foreign locations for the shoot. Rana is a big-budget action flick in which Rajni plays triple role.

Unlike Muthu and Padayappa, Rana is a period flick! The roles involve intense physical activity like horse riding and each costume weighs around 25 kilos.

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Rajinikanth and Shah Rukh together in 'Ra.One'?

Yes, Reported a news channel website that "Superstar Rajinikanth has agreed to do a cameo role in Shah Rukh Khan's much awaited film 'Ra.One'. If media reports are to be believed than Rajinikanth is going to shoot for the film on October 4, at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad".

The music of 'Ra.One' is already released and catching up fast with the audiences. International pop singer Akon has sung for the first time in any Indian film in 'Ra.One'.

'Ra.One' relies heavily on its big star cast that boasts of Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt and Priyanka Chopra. Now, superstar Rajinikanth's inclusion into the credit list will only add more charm to it.

This will be a double bonanza for Hindi film lovers, who will get to watch two superstars working together for the first time.

Shah Rukh Khan had earlier said that 'Ra.One' has a tribute for Rajinikanth.

This will also indicate the return of Rajinikanth to shooting, who has avoided shooting in recent times due to bad health.

The promos of 'Ra.One' shows a lot of similarities in between Rajinikanth's 'Robot' and Khan's 'Ra.One'.

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Shahrukh pays Tribute to Rajini!!

Superstar Rajinikanth might not be a regular feature in Bollywood, but he seems to have influenced one and all in Tinsel Town. The veteran actor, whose sci-fi bi-lingual film `Robot` broke a number of records at the Box Office, has inspired the Badshah of B-Town, Shah Rukh Khan.

However, SRK has categorically denied that his upcoming superhero flick `RA.One` is similar to Rajini’s `Robot`. But he has said that the film is a tribute to the legendary actor.

Talking to a daily, King Khan clarified his stance on his latest and said, “They (Endhiran (Robot) and Ra.one) are different films. Ours is a different film. I will not like to talk or claim about anyone else`s film but Rajni sir is respectable to all of us. Actually, we have a tribute to Rajni Sir in the film. We love him.”

Rajini’s film `Robot` had sought assistance from foreign technicians and so has Shah Rukh`s RA.One`.

However, SRK takes pride in the fact that his film has been conceived entirely by indigenous efforts.

"Everything you have seen is produced here. We are proud of it and have done a great job. We have taken the technology forward and we should be proud of it," he said.

SRK is little known for his reticence. However, he seems to have accepted that he isn’t the only heartthrob. There is someone who is equal, perhaps bigger than him. Especial when the person in question is Rajinikanth.

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Rajini is all set to rock and roll!

Superstar Rajinikanth is ready to work again and he is roaring to go. He has recovered nicely from his illness and is strong and fit now. The Superstar will be reporting for work on the sets of Rana from October 3rd. To make up for lost time, KS Ravikumar and the team intend to finish shooting in one long schedule. It is reported that the filming will go on in Chennai and Hyderabad and the unit will be flying abroad for the songs.

It is already known to us that Deepika Padukone is the heroine and Sonu Sood is playing the villain. AR Rahman is doing the score. Art direction is by Rajeevan and cinematography by Ratnavelu. Editing is to be done be Antony. Soundarya Rajnikanth and her Ocher Visual Effects will be supervising the technical department. So keep your fingers crossed for the magnumopus!!

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Rajini back home, Keen to start Rana

Superstar Rajnikanth arrived in Chennai on 13th of this month, after having treatment and rest in Singapore. The actor was accompanied by his wife Latha Rajinikanth and two daughters - Aishwarya and Soundarya. Rajinikanth was given a rousing reception by his fans at the Chennai airport. The actor had a few words with his fans while accepting the wishes of others by waving his hands at them. Personnel from the Chennai Airport Police Station and neighbouring police stations were deployed in large numbers to regulate the traffic. But they were unable to keep things in control, as the number of fans kept swelling as the deadline neared. Sources close to the family said that the actor will be staying in Venus colony at Sri Niketan apartments. An entire floor has been purchased for his use. Dhanush and his family will also be staying with him. This move is because there is renovation work going on in his house at Poes garden.

Rajini has been spending a lot of time with his grandsons Yatra and Linga. Their company apparently is the best medicine for him. So the family will be staying together and bonding big time till Superstar who is keen to get back to work on his current project Rana.

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Rajinikanth discharged from hospital in Singapore!!

Indian superstar Rajinikanth who was recuperating in a Singapore hospital has been discharged today and has been shifted to a Superstar's private apartment in Singapore. As reports suggested that superstar would be back to India on 14th June, but on Doctor's advice ,the actor would stay in Singapore for a bit, before moving ahead with the shooting of his latest film. During this period, he'd visit the hospital for regular check-ups. However Doctors at the Hospital told that Rajini is Fit and Fine and ready to go home. Sources close to Rajini said that he is planning to resume the shooting of Rana as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, His son-in-law Dhanush tweeted saying the superstar has completely recovered and will be taking rest in the coming days. Dhanush, who won the national award for Aadukalam, also mentioned in his tweet that he will now celebrate the award since Rajinikanth has recovered.

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