After over two decades of speculation, 'superstar' Rajinikanth has announced his entry into politics. Rajnikanth said he will start a new party and contest in the 234 constituencies in the coming Assembly elections. Fans across Tamil Nadu celebrate the moment.

Posters outside the Raghavendra Kalyana Mandapam in Chennai where Rajinikanth made the announcement on Sunday.

Rajinikanth said "I will start a political party before State Assembly Elections. Till then, I request fans not to speak about politics, speak ill of any political party."

Fans celebrate the announcement in Madurai on Sunday.

A scene from Salem. Actor Rajinikanth on his strategy: "It is time to co-ordinate with every fan club. Every street in Tamil Nadu should have our presence."

Fans of actor Rajinikant have put up posters in Coimbatore after the announcement on Sunday.

The revelry steps up in Madurai. Rajinikanth said "If I don't act now, I will feel guilty that I didn't act. I want to change the entire political system. We need politics devoid of caste and religion. We need 'spiritual' politics."

Fans of actor Rajinikanth perform 'angapradakshinam' ritual at the Koniamman Temple in Coimbatore on Sunday after the announcement of Rajinikanth's entry into politics.
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