'Coolie' smashes US premiere records; the Rajinikanth starrer surpasses the $3M mark, setting a new benchmark for Tamil cinema
Rajinikanth
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, the film has created a buzz in trade circles even before its release and is off to a record-breaking start.
Pre-sales cross $3M, top Tamil opener in the US
'Coolie,' released in North America, has already started rewriting the record books even before its premiere. Premiere pre-order sales alone have exceeded $2.9 million, creating immense anticipation among fans there. As per Filmibeat, 'Coolie' surpassed the $3 million mark on day 1 collections, and it's the fastest Tamil film to achieve the mark. With this, 'Coolie' has become the highest opening grosser for Tamil films released in the US, surpassing the opening records of previous blockbusters like 'Kabali' and 'Leo.
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Beats 'Kabali' record; global debut may hit ₹150 cr
What's even better is that the film has also broken Rajinikanth's own 'Kabali' premiere day record. The fact that even that was possible solely through pre-order ticket sales demonstrates the unwavering support of the fans. This is considered a huge beginning in Rajinikanth's incredible screen journey. The global opening day number of 'Coolie' is anticipated to be over Rs 150 crore, and the film is likely to set a new record for a Kollywood film across locations.
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The star cast and Anirudh's music drive success
'Coolie' stars Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, and Sathyaraj, along with Rajinikanth in the lead role. The energetic songs and powerful background music composed by Anirudh Ravichander will leave the audience electrified. These achievements, achieved even before its release, make 'Coolie' not just an action entertainer but the beginning of a historic journey that will be remembered for years to come.
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