If God willing, I will enter politics: Rajinikanth

Chennai May 15 (IANS) Superstar Rajinikanth on Monday said he has no political aspirations but will consider taking the path if it s God s will. He also said if he enters politics he will be truthful and won t entertain people who want to make money.

God decides what we have to do in life. Right now he wants me to be an actor and I m fulfilling my responsibility. If God willing I will enter politics tomorrow. If I enter I will be very truthful and will not entertain people who are in this to make money. I won t work with such people Rajinikanth told his fans at a greet-and-meet here.

The 66-year-old star described his brief stint in politics two decades ago as a political accident.

In 1996 during Tamil Nadu assembly election campaign Rajinikanth denounced J. Jayalalithaa and her politics. His strong remarks caused her defeat.

I did a mistake by supporting a political alliance 21 years ago. It was a political accident. Since then politicians have misused my name on several occasions. But I have to clarify I m not joining any party he added.

Addressing a large gathering of his fans Rajinikanth requested them to refrain from smoking and drinking.

Take care of your family and children. Don t waste your life by smoking and drinking. Drinking and smoking not only affects your health but also your decision making ability. I have been affected enough so please take my advice seriously he added.

Rajinikanth also confirmed he will commence shooting for his next yet-untitled Tamil project with director Pa. Ranjith from May 28 onwards.

--IANS
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