Ace Kollywood superstar Rajnikanth turned 58 on December 12, 2008.
The legendary actor, who started his career as a villain in flicks like 16 Vayadhinilae, Moondru Mudichu and Avargal, took birth in Nachikuppam, near Krishnagiri in Tamil Nadu.
With electrifying screen presence mixed with heroism, peppy songs and famous punch lines, he is the first Tamil actor, who not only got recognition as a hero in Bollywood, but also grabbed the attention of international viewers.