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Rajinikanth Expresses Fear Bollywood Career May Mirror Kamal Haasan, Says KC Bokadia
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 07:37 AM
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Actor Rajinikanth admitted that he worried his stint in Bollywood might end up resembling the career trajectory of Kamal Haasan, according to an interview with producer KC Bokadia.
Actor Rajinikanth, who has primarily worked in Tamil cinema, recently revealed that he feared his foray into Bollywood could follow a path similar to that of fellow South Indian star Kamal Haasan.
Producer KC Bokadia, who has worked closely with Rajinikanth, disclosed the actor’s apprehension during a recent interview. Bokadia said Rajinikanth was concerned that his Bollywood projects might not stand out and could become just another chapter in a long, varied career.
Kamal Haasan’s career, spanning more than five decades, includes a mix of mainstream and experimental films across multiple languages, yet his Bollywood presence has been limited to a handful of roles. Rajinikanth, who has appeared in only a few Hindi films, expressed a desire to avoid a similar pattern.
The actor’s concern reflects a broader anxiety among South Indian stars about maintaining distinct identities when crossing over to the Hindi film industry. Rajinikanth hopes to carve a unique niche rather than be seen as a repeat of another star’s trajectory.
Producer KC Bokadia, who has worked closely with Rajinikanth, disclosed the actor’s apprehension during a recent interview. Bokadia said Rajinikanth was concerned that his Bollywood projects might not stand out and could become just another chapter in a long, varied career.
Kamal Haasan’s career, spanning more than five decades, includes a mix of mainstream and experimental films across multiple languages, yet his Bollywood presence has been limited to a handful of roles. Rajinikanth, who has appeared in only a few Hindi films, expressed a desire to avoid a similar pattern.
The actor’s concern reflects a broader anxiety among South Indian stars about maintaining distinct identities when crossing over to the Hindi film industry. Rajinikanth hopes to carve a unique niche rather than be seen as a repeat of another star’s trajectory.