Tamil cinema’s legendary superstar Rajinikanth has once again demonstrated his unparalleled box office draw. His upcoming action entertainer Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has already set the ticketing counters on fire before its official release.
According to industry data tracker Sacnilk, the film has grossed ₹1 crore from bookings in Kerala alone since pre-sales opened on August 8, 2025. Internationally, the craze is even more staggering — Coolie has amassed ₹30 crore gross overseas through bookings in just a single day.
Fan Frenzy in Kerala
The frenzy on the ground is matching the online numbers. Sun Pictures, the production banner behind the film, released a video showing an electrifying scene at a theatre counter in Thrissur, Kerala, where fans stormed the premises the moment the gates were opened. The makers captioned the post: Massive fan craze storms theatres for just the booking of #Coolie in Thrissur, Kerala.”
Meanwhile, Sacnilk reports that Coolie is selling 50,000 tickets every hour on BookMyShow, underlining the scale of anticipation for the film.
About the Film
A high-octane trailer released earlier this month reveals Rajinikanth playing the role of a former gold smuggler on a mission to reclaim his lost empire and glory.
The ensemble cast is equally star-studded:
- Aamir Khan as Dahaa (marking his significant Tamil cinema debut)
- Nagarjuna, Pooja Hegde, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, and Sathyaraj in pivotal roles
Coolie is the seventh directorial venture of Lokesh Kanagaraj, the filmmaker behind the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), which currently includes Kaithi (2019), Vikram (2022), and Leo (2023). While speculation is rife, it remains unconfirmed whether Coolie will be connected to the LCU storyline.
Music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, known for delivering blockbuster soundtracks in recent Tamil cinema hits.
Release and Box Office Clash
Coolie is slated for a grand theatrical release on August 14, 2025. The film will open head-to-head against another high-profile actioner — War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR — setting the stage for one of the most significant box office clashes of the year.
Separate Development: Attack on Bihari Labourers in Haryana
In unrelated news, political strategist and activist Prashant Kishor has demanded swift action against those responsible for the brutal assault on a migrant labourer from Bihar in BJP-ruled Haryana.
According to Kishor, the victim was mercilessly beaten by his employer in Ambala, resulting in the amputation of both hands. The labourer is currently undergoing treatment in a local hospital. Kishor questioned the state police’s inaction, asking: Why have the accused not been arrested by the Haryana police so far?”
#Rajinikanth #Coolie #LokeshKanagaraj #SunPictures #AdvanceBookingRecords #TamilCinema #IndianCinema #Kollywood #AamirKhan #Nagarjuna #AnirudhRavichander #Blockbuster #War2 #HrithikRoshan #JrNTR #BoxOfficeClash #BihariLabourer #HaryanaNews #JusticeForWorkers