The Name Is Rajinikanth

Almost all show-world success stories in India appear the same. What sets individuals apart is the approach and the attitude once they reach the top. No one can resist a rags-to-riches story. It is every common man's dream. But Rajinikanth's story is irresistible. He continues to be an enigma to both his fans and contemporaries. He is simple Shivaji Rao Gaekwad who, by way of luck and hard work became a superstar, and continues to remain on top notwithstanding the vagaries of time.His starrer "Muthu" gave him an enviable identity globally, and sky seemed the limit after its unprecedented success in Japan. His lates, "Shivaji" has further spread his charisma globally. One can love Rajinikanth as millions do, one can hate him, as his detractors do, but the fact also remains no one can ignore him. None can shrug away his presence unless he or she is extremely insensitive to the film world.The book painstakingly seeks to record every nuance of Rajinikanth's life: the joys and sorrows, the

​Gayathri Sreekanth is an Indian author best known for her biography of the Tamil cinema icon Rajinikanth. Her book, The Name Is Rajinikanth, offers an in-depth look at the superstar's life, portraying him as a simple, hardworking, fun-loving, risk-taking, and deeply spiritual individual. The biography has been well-received by readers, particularly fans of Rajinikanth, for its engaging narrative and insightful anecdotes .​