Chennai: After a meeting with office-bearers of Rajini Makkal Mandram, actor Rajinikanth announced dissolving his Manram today.
He said it will however continue to function as Rajinikanth Rasigar Mandram. Upon his return from America on Friday, where he had been for medical check-up, Rajinikanth announced meeting of Makkal Mandram office-bearers today.
Before leaving for meeting with RMM office-bearers, Rajinikanth this morning said that he would discuss about his political foray with district secretaries as there were speculations about it.
Speaking to press persons at his Poes Garden residence, Rajinikanth said, ‘Now we will discuss about the future course of action of Rajini Makkal Mandram. Also I would seek opinion of my members on my political foray’.
In a statement after the meeting today, Rajinikanth said, “There were questions from many on what is the future of Rajini Makkal Mandram. It was created and leaders were appointed to facilitate forming of a political party. But situations led us to opt out from political foray. Hence it has been decided to dissolve Makkal Mandram now. We will however continue as Rajini Rasigar Mandram and continue to serve people.”
Remember Rajini said that he would certainly enter politics and fight Assembly polls last year. But he backed out at the last moment citing Covid and his ill-health. He chose to complete shoot for ‘Annathae’ and then been to the US for medical check-up.
When he announced he would not enter politics in December, Rajinikanth said, ‘Blame it on my physical condition. I see this as a warning given to me by the Lord.’
“After starting the party, if I campaigned only through media and social media, I would not be able to create political change among the people and win in the elections. No one with political experience will deny this reality.”
“This decision will disappoint fans and the people who were looking forward to the launching of the party. I am sorry. RMM has obeyed my word for the last three years and has continued to serve the people with discipline, honesty and continuity even during the Corona period. All this will not go in vain and that blessing will save you and your family forever. When I met you on 30 November, I will never forget the words you all said in one voice, ‘Your health is important to us, we agree with whatever you decide’,” Rajini added.