Padayappa re-release: 5 main reasons why Rajinikanth’s iconic film is a must revisit on big screens

The iconic Tamil film Padayappa, starring Rajinikanth, is set for a theatrical re-release this Friday, coinciding with the superstar's 75th birthday.

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Padayappa, the 1999 Tamil film starring Rajinikanth is all set to hit theatres this Friday. The commercial potboiler is releasing on the superstar’s 75th birthday. The film is directed by KS Ravikumar and stars Sivaji Ganesan, Ramya Krishnan, Soundarya and others. With the iconic film making its way to big screens once again, here are top 5 reasons why you should watch it.

5 reasons to revisit Padayappa in theatres

Iconic characters of Padayappa and Neelambari:

Padayappa is one of the cult classics of Tamil cinema, and the film became successful for the enigmatic presence of actors Rajinikanth and Ramya Krishnan who played the roles of Padayappa and Neelambari. The latter, who is the antagonist, went on to become an iconic character. Even as the character has earned a lot of empathy and understanding among the audience, especially for the level-headed and confident character Neelambari was, every scene in Padayappa has gone to become a template for commercial cinema.

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A commercially well packaged entertainer:

Directed by KS Ravikumar, an expert when coming to make commercial blockbusters with stars. Padayappa has it all to be entertained. From the songs, to comedy, and emotions, the Rajinikanth starrer has some stellar performances from late actors like Sivaji Ganesan and Soundarya as well. Padayappa has iconic sequences and scenes, which can give you goosebumps even now.

AR Rahman’s well-rounded album

Padayappa's music is scored by AR Rahman and consists of six songs. Each of them have gone to become an earworm; be it the rising of the underdog in Vetri Kodi Kattu, or Rajinikanth's introduction number En Peru Padayappa, and the iconic hero-villain duet Minsara Poove. Besides, the Padayappa theme music, melody Suthi Suthi, have also become chartbusters.

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Rajinikanth’s charisma and landmark moment:

Rajinikanth, who was the peak of his career in the 90s, made sure that he wrote and produced his 25th film. The result was Padayappa, a film that he meticulously crafted, from the casting to making its much talked about climax. In the film, Rajinikanth’s style, charisma and performance were lauded, which made him the superstar of Tamil cinema that he is now.

A big screen, community watching experience:

Padayappa, in all its glory, is a film that should be revisited in theatres. Rajinikanth believed so, that he did not sell the satellite and OTT rights of the film, and safeguarded it for 25 years, so that the film could hit big screens once again. For its heroism, picturisation of songs and stunts, comedy sequences that demand community viewing, Padayappa makes up for a great theatre watch.

Padayappa FAQs

Q. Where can I stream Padayappa?

A. Padayappa is not available on any OTT platform.

Q. Is Padayappa hit or flop?

A. Padayappa was a massive hit in Rajinikanth's career, and went on to become a cult classic.

Q. Is Padayappa 2 based on a true story?

A. Rajinikanth recently revealed that Padayappa 2 is on cards and will be titled Neelambari.

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