Get ready for history in the making! On August 14, 2025, the cinematic universe will witness the arrival of Coolie — a colossal, genre-defining action spectacle helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, starring none other than Rajinikanth in a never-seen-before power avatar. The trailer has build massive curiosity among the fans and the audience and has taken the excitement to sky-high level. Coolie isn’t just a film; it’s a celebration — a thunderous tribute to cinema, legacy, action, and star power. Let’s have a look at eight reasons that make ‘Coolie’ a must-watch big-screen spectacle
There are stars, there are legends — and then there's Rajinikanth. Coolie marks the golden jubilee, 50 glorious years of Rajinikanth in Indian cinema. Releasing on August 14, 2025, the day isn't just a date — it’s a celebration of half a century of style, swag, stardom, and substance. What better way to mark this milestone than with the Coolie storm, where Rajinikanth returns in a gritty, rage-fueled, mass-heavy avatar.
With ‘Coolie’, Aamir Khan is entering Tamil cinema in full throttle. Sporting a razor-sharp, high-octane, stylish look, Aamir is seen in a never-before-seen role that blends action. And yes, this marks a reunion with Rajinikanth after 30 years, as the duo previously worked in ‘Aatank Hi Aatank’. The coming together of two giants makes it one of Indian cinema's most exciting collaborations.
He’s ruled hearts with his charm and charisma in pan-india arena, but for the first time in his 40-year-long career, Nagarjuna steps into the villanious side — playing the main antagonist. This bold casting choice flips the script on his image, and early buzz suggests his role is one of the most menacing and layered villains seen in recent Indian cinema.
Upendra: Upendra, the visionary actor-director from Kannada cinema, joins the powerhouse ensemble in an important role. Known for his unconventional choices and intense screen presence, his inclusion adds depth, unpredictability, and pan-Indian flavour to the film’s already explosive energy.
Malayalam actor Soubin Shahir, known for his versatility and intensity, lends grounded emotion and layered complexity to Coolie. His fun dance avatar in the ‘Monica’ song is already winning hearts, and his role in the film is described as a surprise package.
No pan-Indian spectacle is complete without the legend Sathyaraj, and in Coolie, he’s at his fiercest. Whether it’s wisdom, drama, or power, Sathyaraj brings it all with his towering presence, and this marks his collaboration with Rajinikanth after 35 years.
Lokesh Kanagaraj: The visionary behind ‘Kaithi’, ‘Master’ ‘Vikram’, and ‘Leo’, Lokesh Kanagaraj, teams up with Rajinikanth for the very first time. The man known for redefining gritty, grounded, high-stakes action thrillers brings his signature filmmaking craft to Coolie. This collaboration has made the expectation humongous from the film, and also the industry experts,fans, and the audiences are already predicting Coolie as Tamil Cinema’s first 1000 crore film.
Another exciting first, Shruti Haasan shares screen space with Rajinikanth for the very first time in her career. A key character in the ‘Coolie’ narrative, she brings elegance, edge, and emotional depth to the plot, and her scenes with Rajini are said to be among the film’s highlights.
