Following his 2024 film Vettaiyan with Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth is now gearing up for the release of his highly awaited action film Coolie on August 14. A private screening held on August 8 has already set the internet buzzing, with fans calling it Rajinikanth’s finest performance since Kabali (2016).
Social media is flooded with early reactions. One fan on X hailed Rajinikanth’s role as his “best performance since Kabali” and praised co-star Nagarjuna as the “backbone of the film.” Aamir Khan’s special appearance reportedly electrified the audience, with one post stating it “turned the theatre into a stadium.”
Another viewer called the movie “terrific,” applauding standout performances by the entire ensemble, including Shruti Haasan and Pooja Upendra.
Meanwhile, advance bookings have opened to an explosive response. Coolie is set to clash with War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. In Kerala and Karnataka, special 6 am shows are planned for release day. However, due to safety regulations in Tamil Nadu, the first screening there will only begin at 9 am.
The film holds an ‘A’ certificate from the Censor Board, limiting viewership to adults. Overseas too, anticipation is sky-high. In the UK, screenings begin at 12:30 am BST, and Dubai lists a 9:30 am IST showtime.
Pre-sales have already surpassed $2 million globally, with North America contributing over $1.3 million. Distributor Prathyangira Cinemas confirmed 50,000+ tickets sold in the U.S. alone.
Backed by a powerful cast and strong buzz, Coolie is poised to be a blockbuster event.