Legendary South Indian actor Rajinikanth is eagerly preparing for the release of his highly anticipated film, Coolie, directed by the talented Lokesh Kanagaraj. This film is capturing the attention of fans as one of the most awaited Tamil movies set to release in 2025. Recently, on January 7, the iconic star was seen at Chennai International Airport, heading to Thailand to finalize filming for his upcoming project. However, a video that has surfaced shows Rajinikanth responding to questions regarding women’s safety in Tamil Nadu, particularly in light of the Anna University incident, and it has quickly gone viral.
Rajinikanth’s Stance on Women’s Safety in Tamil Nadu
While at Chennai airport, Rajinikanth was in high spirits as he interacted with the press about his latest acting endeavors. When a paparazzo brought up the sensitive topic of women’s safety following the distressing Anna University case, Rajinikanth declined to engage with a simple response: “Don’t ask me political questions.”
Rajinikanth’s Viral Response
அரசியல் கேள்வி கேட்க வேண்டாம்னு ஏற்கனவே சொல்லியிருக்குறேன் …
Thank You … #Thalaivar #Superstar #Rajinikanth #Coolie pic.twitter.com/wI3TEGc3cL
Rajinikanth’s reaction surprised many given his normally composed demeanor. The Anna University incident, in which a 19-year-old engineering student was sexually assaulted on campus, has sparked widespread outrage among the community. In December 2024, a 37-year-old man was alleged to be responsible for this horrific act, igniting serious discussions about women’s safety in the region.
Upcoming Film and Cast
Rajinikanth’s Coolie features a stellar cast, including Nagarjuna Akkineni, Shruti Haasan, and Soubin Shahir, and is set to debut on Independence Day in 2025.
Support for Women’s Safety
For those needing help, here are some crucial helpline numbers:
- Childline India – 1098
- Missing Child and Women – 1094
- Women’s Helpline – 181
- National Commission for Women Helpline – 112
- National Commission for Women Helpline Against Violence – 7827170170
- Police Women and Senior Citizen Helpline – 1091/1291
