Madurai’s Rajini Temple showcases a Rajinikanth-themed kolu
A dedicated fan in Madurai has created an elaborate Rajinikanth-themed kolu display for Navratri at his private temple. The display features thousands of stills and life-size cut-outs of the actor to celebrate his upcoming film release.
Why it matters
It highlights the unique and intense fan culture surrounding Indian cinema icons, where actors are often elevated to near-deity status.
S Karthik, a diehard Rajini fan, is giving the final touches to a life-size foam cut-out of the actor as you read this. The cut-out is a still from upcoming Rajinikanth film Jailer 2 , directed by Nelson. On the day of the film’s release, Karthik will be doing milk and curd abishekam to it in his famed Shri Arulmigu Rajini Kovil in Thirumangalam near Madurai. He will also be breaking 173 coconuts (equivalent to the number of films he has anchored) as an offering. The cut-out is part of a Rajini-themed kolu Karthik has set up for Navratri.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in