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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rajinikanth 's ‘Coolie' roars ahead with Rs 2.5 crore advance premiere booking in USA: A mega clash brews with Hrithik Roshan and Jr.NTR's ‘War 2'
With 20 days still left for its premiere, 's much-awaited action entertainer Coolie has already begun setting fire to the overseas box office. In a sensational start, the film has grossed $291,400 ( Rs 2.5 crore) in advance ticket sales for it's premiere shows from 181 locations and 438 shows across the USA, with over 10,000 tickets already sold. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Adding to the momentum, the Telugu dubbed version has also entered the fray with $40K+ in early bookings, hinting at a full-scale Thalaivar storm that's just getting started. Directed by , Coolie marks the first collaboration between the celebrated filmmaker and Rajinikanth, following Lokesh's success with Kamak Haasan's Vikram and Thalapathy Vijay's Leo. The film's star-studded ensemble includes , Nagarjuna, , Sathyaraj, and , promising an explosive multi-language cinematic experience designed for mass audiences. The early trend is clear: Coolie is not just another Rajinikanth release — it's a full-blown pan-Indian event. Fans are thronging to grab premiere tickets, pushing the film toward record-setting potential, particularly in key overseas territories like the U.S. Analysts expect these numbers to multiply rapidly in the coming days and with the trailer set to release in the next few days one can expect a major surge in ticket sales. The film could become the biggest Tamil grosser in the circuit by the time it reaches the release day. However, Coolie is not entering the ring alone. Standing directly in its path is another cinematic titan: War 2, starring , Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani, directed by Ayan Mukerji. Backed by YRF, War 2 is a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster and carries immense brand recall and star power. With both films locked in for the same release weekend, the box office is gearing up for one of the biggest clashes Indian cinema has seen in recent years. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As the countdown to August intensifies, one thing is clear: Indian cinema fans are in for a seismic showdown at the box office. Whether Coolie or War 2 emerges victorious remains to be seen, but for now, the Thalaivar storm has taken the early lead — and it shows no signs of slowing down.
Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
5004 numberplate: Rajinikanth's fan recreates superstar's iconic foreign car moment as she buys her first car, says 'shamelessly asked...'
Rajinikanth once made the headlines when he recalled a past memory of being ridiculed by a producer and his journey to success. Now, the superstar's fan has recreated the moment, expressing her joy as a fangirl. Rajinikanth's fan recreates the superstar's iconic moment Taking to her social media handle, Ramya Raman said, 'Bought new car. Took it to Thalaivar home. I kept the keys close to the magical name that has always inspired me to think beyond. And the car number is 5004... yes Thalaivars first car number.' 'Foreign car eduthutu... ithe kodambakkam roadla moment... endrum Thalaivar Vazhiyil (Taking my foreign car and the Kodambakkam road moment. Always in Thalaivar's path). And took delivery from the same person who gave X7 delivery to Thalaivar, shamelessly asked them. Inspired, blessed,' she added. See the fan's post with pictures: When Rajinikanth was insulted by a producer For those unaware, Rajinikanth once recalled an insulting moment in his life during the Darbar audio launch. Speaking at the event, the superstar narrated how he was offered a positive character in another actor's movie, and a remuneration of Rs 6000 was finalized. The actor who wasn't a superstar at that time agreed to the salary and asked for Rs 100 or 200 as an advance. However, the producer refrained from paying the amount and assured it would be given to him on the day of shoot. On the first day of shoot, Rajinkanth was asked to put on his makeup, but refused to apply it until an advance was paid. The actor said, 'The production manager told me that the hero had arrived and asked me to sit for makeup. I refused. I told him that I wouldn't proceed without getting Rs 1000.' Knowing this, the producer became furious and insulted Rajinikanth, refusing to give him a role in the movie and making the actor walk home all by himself. The superstar added, 'That was when I realized that if I do not come back to AVM Studios in a foreign car, then I am not Rajinikanth.' Concluding his words of motivation, the Coolie actor revealed how he fulfilled the promise to himself, appearing at the same AVM Studios in his Italian Fiat with the numberplate 5004, smoking a cigarette and looking regal.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lokesh Kanagaraj recalls Rajinikanth's reaction after watching Coolie: ‘It looked like Thalapathi for me!'
With exactly one month left for the global release of Lokesh Kanagaraj 's highly-anticipated action thriller Coolie, starring the one and only Rajinikanth , excitement surrounding the film is at an all-time high. The film, which marks Lokesh's maiden collaboration with 'Thalaivar', is shaping up to be one of the biggest cinematic events of the year. Adding to the buzz, Coolie boasts an ensemble cast that includes Nagarjuna, Upendra , Soubin Shahir , Sathyaraj and Shruti Haasan , with a special cameo by Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan . 'It looked like Thalapathi for me!' While Lokesh is busy giving the final touches to the film, it was Rajinikanth's reaction after watching a cut of Coolie that has left the director overwhelmed with emotion. The superstar, who rarely doles out such high praise, hugged Lokesh and told him, 'It looked like Thalapathi for me!'—a moment that Lokesh describes as the most peaceful night of his recent life. 'That made my day, and that was the night I slept very peacefully after many months,' Lokesh told The Hollywood Reporter India. He further revealed that Thalapathi (1991), directed by Mani Ratnam, remains his favourite Rajinikanth film, and it was this blend of commercial entertainment and artistic depth that he set out to emulate in Coolie. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Introducing the Carens Clavis Kia India Read More Undo 'If at all I am doing a film with Rajini sir, it has to be somewhere close to Thalapathi. I cannot write a film on par with Mani sir's quality, as his film and writing is unmatched... but I get a little satisfaction when we compare that film with this one. Listening to those words from Rajini sir was an achievement,' he shared. Shruti Haasan Praises Rajinikanth in 'Coolie': 'Shrewd, Sharp… and So Warm' A fantasy film that turned into Coolie Lokesh also opened up about the early stages of the project, revealing that Coolie wasn't the first idea he pitched to Rajinikanth. 'I initially wrote a fantasy film for him, and he immediately said okay to it, but assembling it would've taken at least a year and a half. You can write anything for the actor because he is larger than life,' he said, highlighting Rajinikanth's adaptability and trust in his directors. Despite experimenting with new styles and techniques in Coolie, Lokesh assures fans that the film stays true to its central hero. 'It will still be a Rajini sir film. I also don't want to change that,' he affirmed.
Pink Villa
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
When Rajinikanth REJECTED romancing younger actresses and said ‘I will do age-appropriate roles'
Rajinikanth has remained an undoubted superstar in Indian cinema over so many decades now. During his journey so far, he has been paired opposite a huge number of actors, including those younger than him. Here's a throwback to the time when Thalaivar shared his views on romancing someone on-screen who's half his age. When Rajinikanth rejected idea of romancing actresses half his age Previously, at the audio launch of the film Kaala, Rajinikanth addressed how he no longer wishes to be romantically paired up on-screen with actresses who are nearly half his age. The Tamil superstar further stressed the importance of taking on more age-appropriate roles moving forward, even if he gets criticized for them. In his words, 'I am 65 years old. I shouldn't be romancing heroines who are half my age. For 40 years, people have been saying that I am finished. But God's and your blessings keep me going. No matter what negative criticism I get, I will keep doing what I can do and will do age-appropriate roles.' Rajinikanth's comment on youth exceedingly turning towards Western cultures Rajinikanth has frequently garnered headlines with his forthright statements and views on various matters. For instance, while attending an event with his wife, Latha, the actor commented on the Indian youth's increasing interest in Western culture these days. He added, 'In this era of mobile phones, the youth and some adults are not aware of the traditions and culture of our country. They follow Western culture without knowing about the greatness and glory of our country.' Rajinikanth's power-packed film front at 74 Coming back to his film front, Rajinikanth seems to be one of the busiest stars, even at the age of 74. His immediate next film release is with Lokesh Kanagaraj-directed Coolie, which hits the big screens on August 14. The actor will be pulling off a power-packed role in this action thriller. Additionally, he also has Jailer 2 in the pipeline, which is currently being filmed. Thalaivar has often been spotted traveling between cities for his busy shooting schedules.
Hans India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Rajinikanth Roars in ‘Chikitu' – Coolie's First Single is Here
Superstar Rajinikanth's first single from Coolie, titled 'Chikitu', dropped with a bang on June 25. The peppy track instantly went viral, setting social media abuzz. Packed with flair, the video is a total Thalaivar tribute fest. T Rajendar and Anirudh Ravichander steal the show by channeling Rajini's legendary dance swagger. Their high-energy antics are both cheeky and nostalgic.
