Rajnikanth Birthday special rare unseen photos and pictures. Tamil Superstar Rajnikanth celebrates his 60th Birthday today, 12th December 2009. Rajnikanth is one of the popular actor in India and he received India's third highest honour, the Padma Bhushan, for his contribution to Indian cinema. He is best known for his mass popularity and appeal, largely drawn from his mannerisms and stylized delivery of dialogue in films. Other than acting, Rajinikanth worked as a screenwriter, film producer, and also a playback singer. Apart from his film career, he is a philanthropist and also serves as an influence in the politics of Tamil Nadu.