Rajinikanth’s iconic film Baashha is set for a theatrical re-release on July 18, marking its 30th anniversary. The cult classic features Rajinikanth in dual shades, a humble autodriver and a feared crime boss.

The story follows Manickkam, an honest autodriver supporting his family after his father's death. Unknown to them, he was once Baasha, a powerful underworld don in Bombay. After his father is killed by crime lord Mark Antony, Manickkam promises to live a righteous life. But Antony’s return forces him to protect his family, revealing his hidden past.