Superstar Rajinikanth turned 74 today, and fans across India are celebrating his birthday with grand tributes.

Indian Superstar Rajnikanth Turns 74

Superstar Rajinikanth has turned a year older today. The legendary actor is one of the most loved and celebrated Indian actors. In the eyes of his millions of fans, he's everything: an icon, an idol, and above all, their leader, Thaiaivaa.

Happy birthday Thalaivaa: Celebrities extend birthday wishes to Rajinikanth

Ahead of superstar Rajinikanth's birthday which falls on December 12, fans have already started to celebrate. At Saidapet Gangai Amman Temple on Thursday fans of the ace actor gathered to pray for his long life and continue their 70-day celebrations for the Thailaiva's 68th birthday.

Fans continue 70-day celebrations ahead of Dec 12 birthday of superstar Rajnikanth