Superstar Rajinikanth’s much-awaited film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is creating a storm even before its release. With sky-high expectations and massive buzz across industries, trade analysts believe Rajinikanth is set to deliver another box-office juggernaut.
In a major pre-release feat, the Telugu version alone has crossed $100,000 in advance sales in the U.S., while Canada is witnessing unprecedented demand. Industry trackers note that the craze for Coolie is surpassing the usual frenzy surrounding Rajinikanth films. Adding to the intrigue, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has given the film an ‘A’ rating—the first Lokesh Kanagaraj film to receive this certificate. Though reasons remain undisclosed, insiders hint at high-intensity action and violence.
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Mounted on a massive budget, Coolie boasts a pan-Indian ensemble cast featuring Bollywood star Aamir Khan, Tollywood’s Nagarjuna, Kannada actor Upendra, and Shruti Haasan in pivotal roles. With music by Anirudh and Lokesh’s trademark mass-action treatment, the film promises to be a high-voltage cinematic experience.
Meanwhile, reports suggest that after his 2023 blockbuster Jailer, Rajinikanth has already started work on Jailer 2. Updates on the sequel are expected post-Coolie’s release. As promotions pick up pace, anticipation is reaching fever pitch ahead of the film’s worldwide release on August 14.