Superstar Rajinikanth is playing an important supporting role in his daughter Aishwarya Rajinikanth's new movie 'Lal Salaam' starring Vikranth and Vishnu Vishal in the lead roles. The legendary actor is playing the role of Moideen Bhai and will wrap up his portions in a couple of weeks time.

Rajini will begin shooting for his next biggie 'Thalaivar 170' produced by Lyca Productions and directed by T.J. Gnanavel. The film has music by Anirudh and the team is said to be in talks with Chiyaan Vikram for the chief antagonist role.

Rajini is said to be playing a retired police officer in 'Thalaivar 170' and it is said that the core story of the film is based on a fake encounter and the hero's fight against the system. It is also said that T.J. Gnanavel much like his 'Jai Bheem' has taken a real life incident and has spun a screenplay on it with an important social issue at the center. Lets wait for the official confirmation once the project goes on floors this July.