9 Rajinikanth Movies That Prove Nobody Has Screen Presence Quite Like Thalaivar

Rajinikanth films are an event every time, and no one commands the screen quite like Thalaivar. With Jailer 2 pushing box office numbers higher, here are his top action movies you can stream online now, each a reminder of why his swagger still draws huge crowds.

1. Jailer

Retired jailer Muthuvel Pandian goes looking for his son Arjun, a cop who vanished while chasing an idol-smuggling gang. He revives his old 'Tiger' image and gets help from underworld allies. Then comes the shock: Arjun is alive and working with the gang's boss, Varman.

2. Kabali

Kabali walks out of jail after 25 years for a crime he never committed. He learns his wife is still alive and meets his daughter Yogi. Back in Kuala Lumpur, he takes on the rival gang that ruined him, wins, and gets his family back.

3. Thalapathi

Surya, an orphan, grows up as a protector of poor people under local leader Devaraj. He then learns that Arjun, the new district collector, is his younger half-brother, and Kalyani is his mother. After Devaraj dies, Surya must choose between loyalty and family, and picks peace.

4. Kaala

Kaala is the leader of Dharavi, a huge slum in Mumbai. When a ruthless politician tries to grab the land for a development project, Kaala stands with the residents to protect their homes. The film also stars Nana Patekar and Huma Qureshi.

5. Sivaji: The Boss

Sivaji Arumugam, a software architect, returns to India to start a foundation giving free education and healthcare. Businessman Adiseshan and corrupt officials block him at every step. Sivaji changes tactics, uses his brains and resources to beat them, and makes his dream real.

6. Darbar

A tough, rule-bending police commissioner in Mumbai goes after a dangerous drug gang. The trail leads him to an international drug lord, and he has a secret agenda of his own. The film also stars Nayanthara and Suniel Shetty.

7. Petta

Kaali is a quiet hostel warden in Ooty who shields student Anwar from a powerful politician, Singhaar Singh. Soon his past surfaces: he was Petta, a feared outlaw from Madurai who lost his family. He returns to settle scores, using Singhaar's son Jithu to reach him.

8. Baasha

Manikkam is a simple auto driver living peacefully until criminals threaten his family. He brings back his old identity as the feared Mumbai gangster Manick Baasha and faces his rival Mark Antony, who has escaped prison. He wins and starts a calm life with Priya.

9. Baba

Baba is a carefree atheist who still protects people from injustice. He meets Mahavatar Babaji, who reveals his past life and gives him wish-granting mantras. Baba then takes on a corrupt Deputy Chief Minister while learning to use his powers wisely. The film stars Manisha Koirala and Ashish Vidyarthi.

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Jailer 2 Box Office Collection So Far

Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, Jailer 2 opened in theatres on October 15, 2026. It has held steady through its first week and is one of the year's biggest draws.

According to Sacnilk, the movie's worldwide gross stands at Rs 582.45 crore, putting the Rs 600-crore mark within reach. Just Rs 17.55 crore remains, and the film should get there during its current run if collections hold.

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Strong audience interest and a big overseas contribution powered the opening week. The harder test starts now, as the release buzz fades and the film has to keep drawing crowds.

FAQ

1. How old is Rajinikanth and how many films has he done till now?

Rajinikanth, also known as Thalaivar, is 75 years old and has starred in over 170 films in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam languages.

2. How to watch Jailer 2?

The movie is currently playing in theatres. You can watch it in theatres near you.