A beloved classic of Tamil cinema, Padayappa, is set for a grand theatrical re-release on December 12, 2025, coinciding with the 75th birthday of Rajinikanth. The announcement came via a heartfelt video in which Rajinikanth revisits memories of the 1999 blockbuster — recalling how fans once broke theatre-gates to watch the film.
The re-release is not the only surprise: Rajinikanth has confirmed that a sequel is in the works. The upcoming film will be titled Neelambari: Padayappa 2, paying homage to the iconic antagonist character Neelambari originally portrayed by Ramya Krishnan. While story discussion is still underway, the announcement has sparked huge excitement among fans, hoping for a grand cinematic return.
This re-release is being celebrated as part of Rajinikanth’s 50-year cinematic journey. He has confirmed that Padayappa will remain a theatrical-only release and will not be sold off to OTT platforms, preserving the magic of the big screen experience.