Lokesh Kanagaraj teases big surprise in 'Coolie'; Nagarjuna hails Rajinikanth's humanity and the director's discipline
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Meanwhile, a grand meet and greet of Superstar Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' was held in Hyderabad today (Aug 4). The film's director
and Telugu superstar Nagarjuna were present as special guests for the event, and both spoke with great enthusiasm.
Kanagaraj dismisses fan theories
Speaking at the event, Lokesh Kanagaraj said, "I've been reading all the fan searches and requests for pay. They all wrote 'time travel' and 'sci-fi'.
But they'll be shocked when they see what the film is actually going to be like," he said passionately.
Nagarjuna lauds Lokesh's budget control
praised Lokesh Kanagaraj's filmmaking and said that 'Lokesh completed the film with ₹5 crore left over from the budget given by the makers. This is a testament to the discipline and unity of our team. This proves that quality films can be produced at low cost in the film industry.
Many directors are currently spending five and a half times the actual budget and leaving the film as it was," he said.
Rajinikanth's gesture in Bangkok moves crew
Nagarjuna Akkineni further shared about the Bangkok schedule and Rajinikanth's humanity, and said "The shooting took place on a ship at sea for 15 days under very challenging conditions. Then Rajini sir gave money to the 350-person team and told them, 'Buy something for your family,'" said Nagarjuna, adding that the moment moved everyone."
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Fans want 'U/A' version for 'Coolie'
'Coolie' has been certified 'A' by CBFC with a runtime of 2 hours and 48 minutes, and it's going to be a loaded action drama from Lokesh Kanagaraj and Rajinikanth. Meanwhile, fans have been demanding 'U/A' version of the film as Rajinikanth's fans of all ages can enjoy the film in theatres.
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