Rajini comforts `Rana` workers, puts rumours to rest

Superstar Rajinikanth is no less than a God for his followers. `Thalaivar` as the veteran is fondly called, is literally worshipped by his diehard fans who can do almost about anything for him. Here’s what the crew members of `Rana` did when they heard rumour mills churning stories of the film being shelved.

Talking to a daily, a source said, “The workers of `Rana` have been toiling away to create a life-size set for the film at Ramoji. They had been hearing rumours about Rajnikanth making it back for the shoot soon. When the shoot got postponed once again, from October to December/January, they decided that they wanted to meet the star and make sure all is well."

What worried the workers of `Rana` was not the news of `Rana` going kaput but Rajinikanth’s health.

“It`s quite difficult to get to meet him these days especially, because he has been resting. But when he heard that a bunch of people had come to enquire about his health, he made sure he gave them time,” added the source.

Reportedly, the superstar sat down with his workers and assured them that he is recovering and that the film will certainly go on floors as soon as he is fully fit.

The veteran also requested his fans not to let work suffer by unnecessarily worrying about his health.

“When these workers came, he inspired them to work as hard as possible, instead of stalling everything because of his health,” the source added.

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Rana's Schedule in RFC!!

Rajinikanth's father's name is Ramoji Rao. It is said that he has sentiment towards that name. The Ramoji Film City (RFC) in Hyderabad owned by Ramoji Rao, the chairman of Ramoji Group, had earned a great place in the heart of our Superstar and from then, he always ensures that at least one scene in his film should be shot there.

Being a Super Star, the directors always oblige him and plan at least one schedule in RFC. Our Sources reveal that his latest film 'Rana' would also be shot at RFC and a special palace set and a ship are being made for shooting. It is also said that the director is planning a huge schedule from October 3.

Keeping Rajini's health condition in view, the director had planned a 100 day schedule for the film with reasonable time gaps. As the doctors advised that Rajini should not involve in risky fights, the director is planning to take the help of graphics. Other actors such as Deepika Padukone, Sonu Sood and Ganja Karappu would also involve in the shooting at RFC from October 3.

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'Rana' will be made at any cost: Co-producer of Rana

Murali Manohar, co-producer of Tamil superstar Rajinikanth starrer Rana, has denied reports that the film has been shelved, saying shooting has only been temporarily suspended.

Reports in some sections of the media claimed that the film might be postponed by a year in order to give Rajini ample time to recover fully from the illnesses. "It is a baseless rumour that Rana would be abandoned. This is Rajini sir's dream film and it will be be made at any cost. The shooting involving Rajini is likely to commence from September," said Manohar in a media interview to a private news channel.

"The film's shooting has only been temporarily suspended due to Rajini Sir's ill health. Now that he is recovering fast, the shooting is likely to commence soon," he clarified.

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Rana First Priority for Sonu

When Superstar Rajinikanth planned Rana, Sonu was the first actor he signed to play the all-important villain's role. In a chat with a local newwspaper, the actor talks about his promise to Rajinikanth and much more.

How did you land up doing Rana?

I'm a big fan of Superstar Rajinikanth Sir. We first met when I did a cameo in his Chandramukhi. About two months ago, he was in Mumbai and called me for a meeting. He told me that I was to play the main villain in Rana. At that time, he hugged me and I immediately said — 'Done sir' , without even listening to the story. Later, K S Ravikumar gave me a brief outline of my role, but I would have signed it anyway.

Tell us about your meeting with Rajinikanth

He is so humble and down to earth. Within a few moments of our meeting in Mumbai, he was telling me about my performance in Dabangg and Arundhati. Rajini sir understands the importance of supporting actors, especially the guys playing the baddies in our films.

When will Rana start?

Rajini sir is on the road to recovery. I have spoken to his close family members and I'm sure there is nothing to worry about. Once he fully recovers and takes rest, we will start the film. My priorities are with Rana and Rajini sir. I have told all my producers the moment Rana starts and my dates are needed, I will drop everything and rush to be at the beck and call of Rajini sir.

So what will happen to your other commitments in Tamil and Telugu?

I'm doing two Hindi films, three Telugu films and a Tamil film. But, my priority remains with Rana. To play the main villain in a Rajini sir film is a dream for any actor in India.

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Rajinikanth to return to Rana sets from August!!

Now all the speculations comes to rest. Rajnikanth is now hale and hearty and raring to resume the shoot of 'Rana'. He would return to sets from August . The production team is already putting together plans for the shoot and it is now only a matter of a few more weeks before the Superstar is back in action.

This News was confirmed by Sonu Sood, one of the principal characters in 'Rana', who is in close touch with Rajnikanth's family and has already sorted out his dates to go well with the revised plan. In a Media interview he quoted "Yes, I have been informed that 'Rana' will get going in August. We would be assembling in London to start the film's shoot."

Rubbishing all speculations and rumor around Rajnikanth's health, Sonu says that none of the perceived issues around his kidney are true. Also, the superstar is basically taking some good rest in Singapore before he returns all rejuvenated and charged up.

"There isn't anything overtly serious with Sir. In fact, he has been inquiring about the shoot. We all want him to be in the best of his health when he charms us all over again. Starting August, it would be back to lot of fun."

This should stop the wagging tongues from creating any more misconception around Rajnikanth's health and his 'Rana' being shelved.

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