Superstar Rajinikanth feels blessed enough to have lived during a time that had a mahatma like former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. Rajinikanth took to micro-blogging site Twitter to pay tribute to the missile man. The actor said that the scientist inspired millions of people with his life and achievements and he was blessed "to live admist Mahatma Kalamji".

Rajinikanth also added that Dr Kalam was a simple and humble man who motivated students at all levels.