Jailer 2 star Rajinikanth says he identifies himself as a bus conductor more than an actor: 'I still miss it'
Updated On: 13 October, 2026 02:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Superstar Rajinikanth recently opened up about his stardom, expressing gratitude to fans. He added that he loved his bus conductor job more than acting and that he misses those days

Rajinikanth. Pic via X
Rajinikanth has undoubtedly built a career dominating the big screen for decades. However, ahead of his upcoming film Jailer 2, the actor revealed that he still identifies himself as a bus conductor at heart despite his illustrious acting career. Reflecting on his life before stardom, the 75-year-old said that he loved his days as a bus conductor more than acting and that he continues to cherish those memories even today
Rajinikanth misses his bus conductor job
While speaking at the Jailer 2 Super Show, Rajinikanth revealed that his five years as a bus conductor continue to be the most memorable days of his life. Despite the fame and superstardom that followed, Rajinikanth admitted that he has never quite been able to identify with the larger-than-life image.


