Why did THIS incident 'crush' Rajinikanth's ego?
What's the story
Superstar Rajinikanth recently shared a memorable experience at The Art of Living International Centre. Speaking at an event to celebrate the ashram's 45 years and Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's 70th birthday, he recalled being surrounded by nature and happy people during his visit. Amidst this all, he recalled one incident that "crushed" his ego.
Unexpected encounter
'I thought naturally people would be there...'
Years ago, during his visit, Shankar suggested a tour of the ashram. Rajinikanth, however, was apprehensive about drawing attention from fans. "I thought naturally people would be there and they would recognize me, shout my name, ask for a photo, and stuff." "Thousands of people were there. To be frank, not even a single person looked at me..." "Forget about photos and autographs; not even a single person looked at or spoke to me."
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VIDEO | Recalling his earlier visit to the Art of Living, actor Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) brought the house down with his humorous take, said, 'nobody even looked at me'.#Rajinikanthpic.twitter.com/JPZGgxtLMv
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 12, 2026
Humbling experience
'I have met many politicians and industrialists...'
Rajinikanth further added, "I was waving, but no one looked at me...I have met many politicians and industrialists, but this incident crushed my ego." He emphasized that the power of spirituality surpasses any worldly fame. "Stardom comes and goes, maybe it stays for a while. But this [spiritual] stardom is supreme stardom."
Career update
Meanwhile, know more about Rajinikanth's upcoming films
Rajinikanth was recently seen in Coolie. He will next star in Jailer 2 and a film with Kamal Haasan. Jailer 2 is an action-comedy sequel to Nelson's 2023 hit film Jailer. The film also stars SJ Suryah, Anna Rajan, Yogi Babu, Mirnaa, Jatin Sarna, Vidya Balan, and Suraj Venjaramoodu. Reportedly, it'll feature cameos from Mohanlal, Vijay Sethupathi, Mithun Chakraborty, and Shiva Rajkumar.