Shah Rukh Khan wished Rajinikanth on his 74th birthday, calling him a "legend" and an "absolutely remarkably simple man." Sharing a throwback photo of them smiling together, Shah Rukh praised Rajinikanth for being an inspiration. In his Instagram post, Shah Rukh wrote, “To the coolest of the cool. The bosses of all the bosses. The man, the legend, and a remarkably simple man, despite being the Superest of Stars!! Thank you for inspiring us. Be healthy and know you are respected and loved too much. Have a great birthday Rajinikanth sir.”

Other celebrities, including Mammootty and Mohanlal, also extended birthday wishes. Mammootty shared a throwback photo with Rajinikanth, wishing him continued inspiration, while Mohanlal highlighted Rajinikanth's influence both on and off-screen.

Rajinikanth, one of the most revered icons in Indian cinema, celebrated his 74th birthday with a statue unveiling at the Arulmigu Sri Rajini Temple in Madurai on December 11. The statue honors his legendary role in the 1989 film Mappillai, symbolizing his lasting impact on cinema and fans worldwide.