'Kabali' fever grips nation, sends fans into frenzy

The Pa. Ranjith directorial, which also stars Radhika Apte, will be opening first in Malaysia and Singapore. "In the last decade, never have I witnessed such craze over a release. 'Kabali' has sent even non-Thalaivar fans into frenzy because it is said to be the first Rajinikanth-starrer sans any cliches usually associated with his films," trade analyst Trinath said.