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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Aamir Khan's character in Rajnikanth's Coolie revealed
Aamir Khan is Dahaa in Rajinikanth's Coolie, as the makers released a character poster online. The film, directed by Lokesh Kangaraj, is set to be released theatrically on August 14. Rajinikanth and Aamir reunite after 30 years, with their previous outing together being the action film Aatank Hi Aatank (1995). With its story inspired by The Godfather, the film also starred Juhi Chawla, Om Puri, Dalip Tahil, and Raza Murad.
India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Coolie: Aamir Khans Rugged Avatar As Dahaa In Rajinikanth Starrer Unveiled
Mumbai: The first look of Aamir Khan from the upcoming film starring superstar Rajinikanth, 'Coolie,' has finally been unveiled, leaving fans excited to see the actor in a bold avatar as 'Dahaa.' The poster was shared by the makers on their official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, and it quickly became a hot topic online. In the black-and-white poster, Aamir can be seen in side profile, wearing round glasses and a black vest while smoking a pipe. The actor's rugged and intense look is very different from his recent roles, which has added to the excitement for the film. Along with the poster, the makers added a caption that read, "Introducing #AamirKhan as Dahaa, from the world of #Coolie. #Coolie is all set to dominate IMAX screens worldwide from August 14th." Take A Look At The Post: Introducing #AamirKhan as Dahaa, from the world of #Coolie __#Coolie is all set to dominate IMAX screens worldwide from August 14th _@rajinikanth @Dir_Lokesh @anirudhofficial @iamnagarjuna @nimmaupendra #SathyaRaj #SoubinShahir @shrutihaasan @anbariv @girishganges_ — Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) July 3, 2025 Soon after the poster was released, fans chimed in the comment section to share their excitement. One fan wrote, "Finally it's out, gonna be a hell of a banger clash on screen." A second user added, "Cannot wait to watch #AamirKhan in a #LokeshKanagaraj movie." "Fireeeeeuuuuu update.. momentum building up for #CoolieThePowerhouse ..," commented a third user. This film marks a special reunion between Aamir Khan and Rajinikanth after nearly 30 years. The duo last worked together in the 1995 film 'Aatank Hi Aatank,' which also starred Juhi Chawla and Om Puri. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie is a Tamil-language action thriller starring superstar Rajinikanth. This is also the first collaboration between the 'Leo' director and the actor. The cast also includes Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Soubin Shahir, and Upendra. Coolie is set to hit theatres on August 14, later this year. Aamir Khan, who recently made a comeback with 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' is being praised for his role in the film. It is a sequel to the blockbuster movie Taare Zameen Par. In the sports drama, Aamir plays the role of a basketball coach who is tasked with training a group of neurodivergent children. The film, directed by Prasanna, hit theatres on June 20.
Indian Express
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Aamir Khan confirms cameo in Coolie, calls himself a ‘huge fan' of Rajinikanth: ‘I did not even hear the script'
Aamir Khan is busy promoting his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par. During a recent promotional interview, the actor confirmed his cameo appearance in superstar Rajinikanth's next movie Coolie, helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Aamir also revealed that he agreed to the role without even reading the script. During a conversation with Zoom, Aamir replied to a fan's question about his cameo in the film and said, 'I really enjoyed doing it. I am big fan of Rajini sir…huge fan. I have a lot of love and respect for Rajini sir. So, I did not even hear the script. When Lokesh told me that it is a Rajini sir's movie and that he wanted me to do a cameo, I said, 'Done. I am doing it. Whatever it is, I am doing it.'' Coolie is set to hit theatres on August 14 and features a stellar cast, including Nagarjuna Akkineni, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan and Sathyaraj, with Pooja Hegde in a special appearance. This film marks Aamir Khan and Rajinikanth's reunion after 30 years, since their 1995 collaboration Aatank Hi Aatank, directed by Dilip Shankar. ALSO READ | Aamir Khan says he was fired from Yash Chopra's Darr because he wanted a joint narration with Sunny Deol: 'I didn't say no, I was removed' Coolie will mark the first collaboration between Aamir Khan and Lokesh Kanagaraj. They will next join forces for a superhero film. In a recent interview, Aamir said, 'Lokesh and I are doing a film together. It's a superhero film – a big-scale action outing. The film will begin in the second half of 2026. We have both signed it. I cannot reveal anything further. The film will begin in the second half of 2026. We have both signed it. I cannot reveal anything further.' Meanwhile, Aamir's next release Sitaare Zameen Par, directed by RS Prasanna, is set to hit the big screen on June 20. It also stars Genelia Deshmukh in a pivotal role.
