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Superstar Rajinikanth, who has reigned over both Hindi and South Indian cinema, is regarded as one of the biggest icons in Indian film history. His larger-than-life presence, unique style, and magnetic screen aura have earned him god-like status among fans. However, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) disagrees with this widespread admiration, claiming that Rajinikanth is not a great actor.
Ram Gopal Varma: "Rajinikanth Without His Style is Nothing"
Ram Gopal Varma, known for directing iconic films like ‘Satya’ and ‘Company’, recently shared his views on Rajinikanth’s acting abilities in an interview with Pinkvilla.
- He distinguished between an actor and a star, stating that acting is about portraying a character, whereas being a star is about performance and presence.
- He questioned whether Rajinikanth could play intense characters like Bhikhu Mhatre (played by Manoj Bajpayee in ‘Satya’).
- RGV claimed that Rajinikanth’s appeal relies solely on his slow-motion style, saying, “Without slow motion, I don’t know if Rajinikanth can exist. People love watching him walk in slow motion without doing anything for half the film.”
RGV’s Bold Statement: "Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan Are Seen as Gods"
Varma further argued that stars like Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan are perceived as larger-than-life figures, making it difficult for audiences to accept them in ordinary roles.
- He criticized a scene of Amitabh Bachchan where he had a stomach ache, saying that people don’t want to see their idols suffer or play common characters.
- He stated, “People see stars as gods, and gods cannot play ordinary roles.”
Ram Gopal Varma’s Upcoming Projects
Despite his controversial opinions, Ram Gopal Varma remains a respected filmmaker, known for his raw and intense storytelling.
- He is currently working on his upcoming film, ‘Syndicate’, which is rumored to feature:
- Amitabh Bachchan
- Fahadh Faasil
- Venkatesh
