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🎥 Coolie – Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj Gear Up for a Pan-India Mass Entertainer


🔧 Production Nears Completion

The highly anticipated film Coolie, featuring Superstar Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is over 70% complete, with final shooting schedules underway. Rajinikanth himself confirmed this in a press interaction, setting expectations sky-high for this Independence Day 2025 release. The movie is produced by Sun Pictures, known for their mega-production values.

✨ Lokesh Kanagaraj's Vision: Built on Action Set Pieces

Lokesh recently revealed in an interview with Pinkvilla that Coolie was written around four major action sequences. These set pieces form the foundation of the narrative, highlighting Rajinikanth’s iconic screen presence. The director, known for Kaithi, Master, and Vikram, is expected to deliver his most high-octane film yet.

👥 A Star-Studded Cast

Coolie brings together a power-packed ensemble:

  • Rajinikanth as the titular hero

  • Nagarjuna Akkineni in a key role

  • Upendra, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir supporting

  • Aamir Khan in a surprise cameo

This cross-industry cast ensures that Coolie will have pan-India appeal, drawing audiences from Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, and Malayalam regions.

🎵 Music, Visuals & Technical Team

  • Music Director: Anirudh Ravichander, fresh off hits like Jailer and Leo, is scoring powerful mass tracks, including teasers titled "Chikitu Vibe" and "Powerhouse".

  • Cinematographer: Girish Gangadharan, known for Jallikattu and Leo

  • Editor: Philomin Raj, a regular collaborator with Lokesh

📰 Strategic Release Plan

  • Coolie is scheduled to release on August 14, 2025, one day before Independence Day, aiming to dominate the extended holiday weekend.

  • The recent "100 Days to Go" teaser featured Rajinikanth in a shadowed, slow-motion avatar, backed by a pulsating Anirudh score. The teaser generated millions of views in under 24 hours.

🌊 Why Coolie Could Be a Game Changer

ElementImpact
Rajinikanth + Lokesh ComboBrings together a legacy star and a hit machine director
Pan-India CastingBoosts appeal in all major language markets
Stylized Action & Mass MomentsDesigned for theatrical euphoria
Holiday Release WindowMaximum footfalls and long weekend advantage

📊 Box Office Prediction

Based on trends from Jailer and Leo, Coolie could open with:

  • India Net (Day 1): ₹65–80 crore

  • Worldwide Gross (Day 1): ₹110–125 crore

If advance bookings, teaser hype, and multi-language penetration align, Coolie could be Rajinikanth’s biggest opener ever.

👀 Final Word

With high expectations, a dream team behind the camera, and Rajinikanth front and center, Coolie is poised to redefine what a festival release can look like in Indian cinema. Stay tuned for trailer drops, audio launches, and fan celebrations as the clock ticks down to August 14, 2025.

Follow @FlixbuzzIndia for more Coolie updates, box office reports, and exclusive visuals.

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