The British Film Institute's Sight and Sound magazine has named Rajinikanth's Kaala one of the top 25 films of the century.
Pa Ranjith's Tamil film achieves a prominent place with cinematic greats such as Old Boy and Artificial Intelligence.
Rajinikanth's film Kaala has been named one of the British Film Institute's (BFI) Films of the Century, a landmark achievement for Tamil cinema. This distinction positions the Tamil sociopolitical drama, directed by Pa Ranjith, alongside some of the world's most prestigious cinematic masterpieces, including Artificial Intelligence, Old Boy, and Divine Intervention. The list appeared in the British Film Institute's Sight and Sound Summer Issue 2024.
Kaala, released in 2018, delves at issues of social justice, power dynamics, and urban politics. Rajinikanth plays the titular character, a leader of the oppressed who lives in Mumbai's Dharavi slums. The film's captivating story, combined with Rajinikanth's performance, wowed fans and reviewers alike, winning it both commercial success and critical acclaim. The BFI's placement of Kaala on its distinguished list demonstrates the film's significance and contribution to global cinema.
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