Rajinikanth Skips Private Jet, Chooses Economy Flight To Chennai After Jailer 2 Schedule Wrap
In a rare and heartwarming moment, superstar Rajinikanth once again proved why he is adored across generations—not just for his onscreen charisma, but for his unparalleled humility. The 74-year-old icon surprised everyone when he chose to travel economy class on an IndiGo flight, blending in with fellow passengers and earning widespread admiration on social media.
A video, shared by an X (formerly Twitter) user, captured the unforgettable scene as the Jailer 2 star boarded the flight. Dressed casually in a blue T-shirt, Rajinikanth's simple, unassuming entry was met with loud cheers and excitement from passengers, many of whom quickly pulled out their phones to capture the moment. Flashing his signature warm smile and waving to fans, the legendary actor made his way to a window seat in the front row, escorted by airline staff.
No private jet, no makeup, no lavish costumes,no bgm —just the timeless, captivating aura of @rajinikanth resonating like an eternal melody ❤️✨️A man who thrives in the company of his people 🙌 pic.twitter.com/VMxscTaNNr
— Achilles (@Searching4ligh1) April 26, 2025
Despite reportedly owning a private jet worth around Rs 8 crore, Rajinikanth opted for a regular economy ticket—once again cementing his reputation for remaining grounded even amidst superstardom. The actor was reportedly flying back to Chennai after completing a schedule for his much-anticipated action entertainer, Jailer 2.
Before catching his flight, Rajinikanth also made a spiritual visit to Kerala's historic 400-year-old Matheswaran Shiva Temple. Donning traditional attire, he was seen stepping out of his car and being welcomed warmly by temple authorities before proceeding inside to seek blessings—a testament to his deep-rooted spiritual side.
Superstar #Rajinikanth 's Temple Visit on the way to the 🎥 Shoot of #Jailer2 in Anaikatti… pic.twitter.com/tXqMbigiNm — Saran (@rskcinemabuff) April 26, 2025
Meanwhile, on the professional front, Rajinikanth was last seen alongside Amitabh Bachchan in Vettaiyan. Up next, he is gearing up for the release of Coolie, an action-packed thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, set to hit theatres in the second half of 2025. The film also boasts a stellar cast, including Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, and Reba Monica John. In parallel, the superstar continues shooting for Jailer 2 under the direction of Nelson Dilipkumar.
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