The keyword "Baba" changes meaning based on language. For a complete Baba filmography, you must consider regional cinema.

Debuting in K. Balachander’s Apoorva Raagangal (1975), Rajinikanth was not initially cast as a hero. He played negative roles, characterized by mischief and menace.

To get exactly what you want, use the minus sign (-) in Google/YouTube search. For example:

A fascinating aspect of the baba filmography is watching his learning curve. Compare his 2020 film Noise-Free Nagpur (jerky camera, bad audio, rushed editing) to his 2024 film Baba vs. The Algorithm (cinematic lighting, 5.1 surround sound, drone shots). The difference is staggering.

However, his popular videos still retain the raw, mobile-shot aesthetic because, as Baba said in an interview, "Perfection kills comedy. A shaky camera is a license to be stupid." This duality—cinematic films versus raw YouTube shorts—allows him to appeal to both critics and casual scrollers.

You cannot discuss baba filmography and popular videos without analyzing the secret sauce. Why does a 2-minute sketch about an auto rickshaw get 55 million views?