For the first time after coming to the country from Singapore after successfully undergoing treatment for kidney related ailment, Superstar Rajinikanth will this week take part in a public function. That too in Coimbatore.

The top actor is one of the dignitaries who will present at the Sathabhishekam (80th birthday celebrations) of spiritual guru Swami Dayananda Saraswati, scheduled at the industrial city from July 20 to 22.

"Rajinikanth is a great admirer of the Swamiji and he has given his consent to attend the Sathabhishekam. He will also speak about his experience with Dayananda Saraswati on the occasion," said sources close to the celebration committee.

The birthday celebrations will take place at the famous Codessia Hall in Coimbatore. Top personalities from various fields (business, cinema, politics and journalism) are expected to turn up and to get the blessings of the Swamiji.