Kamal Haasan vs Rajinikanth: Who has more hits on Diwali release?

Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth are two giants of Tamil cinema, but in reality, they are close friends. Their films are often released competitively. This compilation details when Kamal and Rajini's films clashed during Diwali and who emerged victorious.

Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth have clashed seven times during Diwali. Films like 'Moondru Mudichu', 'Avargal', and '16 Vayathinile', featuring both actors, were also released during Diwali and became massive hits. Their first Diwali clash was in 1983 with 'Thoongadhey Thambi Thoongadhey' (Kamal) and 'Thanga Magan' (Rajini).

Both films were successful, but 'Thoongadhey Thambi Thoongadhey' had a longer run. In 1986, 'Maveeran' (Rajini) competed with 'Punnagai Mannan' (Kamal), with the latter becoming a super hit. Read also: This Week's OTT Releases and Web Series.

In 1987, 'Nayakan' (Kamal-Mani Ratnam) clashed with 'Manithan' (Rajini). 'Nayakan' won critically, but 'Manithan' led at the box office. In 1989, 'Vetri Vizha' (Kamal) and 'Mappillai' (Rajini) were released for Diwali, with Rajini emerging victorious.

In 1991, 'Thalapathi' (Rajini) and 'Gunaa' (Kamal) were the Diwali releases. Rajinikanth triumphed, with 'Gunaa' underperforming. In 1992, 'Thevar Magan' (Kamal) became a blockbuster, outperforming Rajini's 'Pandian'.

The last Diwali clash was in 1995 with 'Kuruthipunal' (Kamal) and 'Muthu' (Rajini). 'Muthu' won at the box office. Rajinikanth has more Diwali hits than Kamal Haasan. Read also: Which year had the most Diwali releases?