Superstar Rajinikanth turned 75 on December 12 and social media was filled with heartfelt wishes from fans, celebrities and political leaders. One of the earliest and most heartfelt wishes came from actor Dhanush, who previously had a close family relationship with the legendary star. Her simple yet affectionate message gained attention online, which shows the respect and admiration she still has for Rajinikanth.
Best wishes to Dhanush for Thalaivaa.
Dhanush took to X (formerly Twitter) to wish Rajinikanth on his birthday. “Happy Birthday Thalaivaa,” she wrote, adding folded hands, starry eyes, calm face and heart emojis. The actor has often expressed his admiration for Rajinikanth, and his birthday wish once again showed his affection for the superstar. Even before becoming a part of the family, Dhanush has long considered himself a fan of Rajinikanth.
The actor was married to Rajinikanth’s daughter Aishwarya from 2004 to 2024. Although the two parted ways, Dhanush and Rajinikanth maintained a respectful and cordial relationship. Fans appreciated the positive sentiment, noting that their bond remains intact despite the changing circumstances.
Even after separation from Aishwarya, Dhanush has shown that there is no bitterness between him and Rajinikanth. Their interactions on social media reflect mutual respect and his latest birthday message has further strengthened it. The former couple announced their decision in a joint statement to split in 2022.
In his statement, he said, “18 years of togetherness as friends, couple, parents and well-wishers of each other. The journey has been one of growth, understanding, adjustment and adaptation. Today we stand at a place where our paths diverge… Aishwarya and I have decided to separate as a couple and will take time to understand us as individuals for the better. Please respect our decision and give us the privacy we need to deal with it. Om Namashivaya! Spread the love.” The reason for their separation remains unknown.
