Rajinikanth's Emotional Tribute to Tamil Cinema: 'The Gods Who Keep Me Alive' Honor My 50-Year Journey
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At the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, a legendary moment unfolded as Rajinikanth received a lifetime achievement award for his five-decade-long career in cinema. The 74-year-old superstar's speech left the audience in awe as he expressed gratitude towards the Tamil people, calling them 'the gods who keep me alive.' Rajinikanth's journey in the film industry has been nothing short of remarkable. When asked about his 50-year milestone, he humbly replied that it felt like just a decade or two. The superstar's heartfelt words were evident when he said, "If there are 100 more lives, I would like to be born as an actor and as Rajinikanth." The audience gave him a standing ovation as he acknowledged their appreciation with folded hands. Rajinikanth's family joined him at the ceremony to celebrate this monumental milestone. The festival, which concluded on November 28, paid tribute to several cinematic legends, including Guru Dutt, Raj Khosla, and Ritwik Ghatak, by screening restored versions of their classic works. The Indian Panorama section showcased a diverse line-up of 50 films, reflecting the expanding creative landscape of Indian cinema.
