Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Hidden in the central suburbs of Matunga in Mumbai, a quaint little theatre called Aurora has suddenly sprung to life.
Crowds thronged the gates early this morning, as the theatre got ready for its first show of Superstar Rajnikanth's new Tamil-Hindi bilingual Endhiran/Robot.
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
As is custom with Rajni films, prayers were offered at a temple near the theatre, with the film reel sealed in a glistening metal box.
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
After the pooja, a procession started from the temple to Aurora theatre, where more crowds waited in anticipation.
Watch the procession right here!
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
Rajnikanth towered over the theatre's entrance, as children posed happily for photographs.
Fans, who could not enter the theatre premises, climbed over the wall to join in the Rajni celebrations.
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
A 61 feet poster of Rajnikanth was erected at the theatre to herald in the crowds.
Children could not contain their happiness even as the sun glared down on them. The noon heat was obviously not a factor.
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
Brave fans soon clambered over the poster and bathed it with milk.
People offered similar prayers for the Superstar's previous blockbuster Sivaji: The Boss and poured milk over the film's posters.
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
Fans broke into a dance as the traditional Nadaswaram (seen in the picture) and drums were played by a live band. The band - comprised of fans as well - was playing for the love of the Superstar, without any greed for money.
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
Yet, they were paid in full. Happy fans doled out cash to the musicians.
Pix: Rajnikanth frenzy spreads to Mumbai
The theatre is already houseful for the entire week!
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