Now that you already have a subscription to Disney+ Hotstar or Amazon Prime or Netflix or any of these streaming services, tap into your inner Thalaiva fan and bookmark this list of top Rajinikanth movies to watch online right now. Bad boy roles, rags to riches or hardcore superstar enigma - this list has it all. Check it out.
Top Rajinikanth Movies To Watch Online
Apoorva Raagangal (1975)
Directed by K.Balachander, Apoorva Raagangal is known for being Rajinikanth’s debut movie. Adapting its screenplay from 40 Carats, a 1973 American movie, this film explores the relationship between people with wider age gaps. Rajinikanth plays the estranged husband of Sridevi, Pandiyan. The movie also stars Kamal Hassan and Srividya. With all the characters in the film intertwined and stellar storytelling, this movie delivers some outstanding performances, making it a treat to watch.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
Thillu Mullu (1981)
Another K. Balachander movie, Thillu Mullu beautifully showcases Rajinikanth's ability to shine through as an actor even in a comedy movie. Playing the role of a carefree graduate named Ayyampettai Arivudainambi Kaliyaperumal Chandran, the star delivers clean jokes effortlessly, indulging you into a non-stop laughathon. A remake of the Hindi film Golmaal, Rajinikanth had to shave his moustache for this film, also making it the first film which featured him without a moustache.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
Thalapathi (1991)
An epic cult movie by Mani Ratnam, Thalapathi will make you fall in love with Rajinikanth all over again. Playing the role of Surya, an estranged son born out-of-wedlock, Rajinikanth nails the character's struggle for acceptance and the frustration of being abandoned by his mother. Santhosh Sivan’s cinematography and the background score by Ilayaraja add to the richness, leaving you mesmerised.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
Baasha (1995)
An action film, Baasha shows Rajinikanth as a good-hearted auto driver who embraces his alter-ego 'Baasha' when his ability to tolerate the wrongdoings of others reaches a saturation point. With the whole plot revolving around a gang war, Baasha beautifully showcases the tenacity of Rajinikanth's ability to play the role of a protagonist, fearlessly battling it out with villainous characters.
Where to watch: Sun Nxt
Muthu (1995)
A clash of egos and betrayal, Muthu holds the audience's attention as it shows a superstar playing the role of a common man who shares the same love interest as his boss. Bringing a lot of sincerity to the role, Rajnikanth's heartwarming smile, admirable dialogue delivery and the wonderful music by A.R. Rahman make Muthu a great movie to watch.
Where to watch: Sun Nxt
Enthiran (2010)
A sci-fi thriller, Enthiran is another classic where Rajinikanth plays double roles as Dr Vasi, a brilliant scientist and Chitti, a unique robot. Problems arise when Chitti falls in love with Dr Vasi's girlfriend. Extravagant and enthralling, this one's a must-watch for every Rajini fan.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
Padayappa (1999)
This movie not only shows Rajinikanth as a wonderful actor but also Ramya Krishnan as a powerful, female antagonist. A mix of irony, revenge and melodrama, this movie shows commendable performance both by Rajinikanth and Ramya with A.R. Rahman's music adding to the richness of the film.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
Annamalai (1992)
A rags to riches story, Annamalai has Rajinikanth playing the title character Annamalai, an innocent man who is friends with Ashok, son of a rich businessman. Ashok’s father doesn’t approve of his son’s friendship with Annamalai who ends up invoking his fury when he helps Ashok marry a poor girl. That's when Annamalai fights back. A super hit, this one is definitely one of the actor's finest works from that time.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
Bairavi (1978)
This movie could probably be credited to earning Rajinikanth the title 'superstar'. A roller coaster of emotions, this movie has everything - struggle, separation, revenge. His role Mookaiyah speaks the story of commoners from that time, bringing people together on a whole different level.
Where to watch: Youtube
Netrikann (1981)
Having played several bad-boy roles in the early days of his career, the one we love the most is that of Chakravarthy in Netrikann. Channelling flamboyance through the role of an aged womaniser, this one is great for all those who've never seen the superstar in a negative role.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
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