Rajinikanth is hospitalised in Chennai's Kauvery Hospital (Read Details)

Rajinikanth has been admitted to a hospital in Chennai. According to the news agency, the superstar has been taken to the hospital for a routine check-up. 

Superstar Rajinikanth has been admitted to Chennai's Kauvery Hospital. According to a report, the actor is undergoing a routine medical examination at the hospital. Rajinikanth's spokesperson told us, "It is only for a regular check-up."

Rajinikanth's wife, Latha Rajinikanth, has also confirmed the same. Latha said that the Darbar actor got himself admitted only for a full-body check-up and that he will remain in the hospital for a few days to undergo the necessary tests.

The Kaala star was recently in Delhi a few days ago, where he was awarded the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award at a ceremony. The 70-year old actor also visited President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rajinikanth was present with his son-in-law Dhanush, who also received the Best Actor award for Asuran.

While receiving the award, Rajini got emotional and thanked people who played an important part in his life. He said, “I dedicate this award to my mentor, guru K Balachander sir. I remember him with great gratitude and my brother Sathyanarayana Rao Gaekwad, who is like my father, taught me great values and injected spirituality in me. 

Today, he also attended a special screening of Annaatthe with his family. The movie features Rajinikanth and Nayanthara, which will hit the screens on November 4 on Diwali. Earlier in the day, Rajinikanth had shared a voice note on the app newly launched by his daughter Soundarya.