Rajinikanth Steals the Show at IFFI 2025 Finale, Honoured for 50 Years in Cinema

Megastar Rajinikanth brought the house down on the final day of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) with a special appearance. His daughter Aishwarya, who directed the film Lal Salaam, premiered the movie at the festival. The action-packed sports drama, released in 2024, was well-received by the audience. In a touching moment, Rajinikanth was seen waving at fans in visuals shared by IFFI's official Instagram handle. The cinematic legend is set to receive a special honour at the closing ceremony for his five-decade-long journey in the world of cinema. This recognition comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Rajinikanth on his 50-year milestone in April, calling it an 'iconic journey' that has left a lasting impact on generations. The actor expressed gratitude towards PM Modi's kind words, saying it was an honour to receive them from a leader he respects deeply.