Good news for Superstar fans: Narasimha re-release on the 12th of this month

When fans are asked about Superstar Rajinikanth’s all-time best films, the names that instantly come to mind are Baashha, Narasimha, and Dalapathi. These are timeless entertainers that never get boring no matter how many times you watch them.

Especially Narasimha (original Tamil title Padayappa) has been a huge inspiration for countless directors with its perfect commercial elements. Now this 1999 industry blockbuster is all set for a grand re-release in its original Tamil version on December 12, Rajinikanth’s birthday. The official announcement has finally arrived.

Released on April 10, 1999, Padayappa created history with 210 prints and sold a staggering 7 lakh audio cassettes. Collections were like a tsunami; theatre owners were speechless. House-full boards weren’t even needed, and for the next 2–3 weeks no other producer dared to release their new film. Rajini’s swag, Ramya Krishnan’s powerful villain role, A. R. Rahman’s evergreen songs, Soundarya’s charm, comedy, and action – every element was top-class and kept audiences hooked.

Padayappa ran for 100 days in 86 theatres in Tamil Nadu and achieved a massive success in Telugu as Narasimha too – running 50 days in 49 centres, a record for a dubbed films at that time.