Coolie Movie Review Live Updates: Rajinikanth-starrer anticipated to be the biggest Tamil hit of 2025
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, this high-octane action drama features one of the year's most star-studded ensembles: Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, and Sathyaraj. Following the blockbuster success of Leo, Lokesh Kanagaraj is teaming up with Rajinikanth for the first time, heightening anticipation among fans. The makers have kept plot details tightly under wraps. While the trailer, released last week, was met with a lukewarm response, with many calling it the 'weakest trailer ever' in Lokesh Kanagaraj's filmography, expectations remain sky-high. Fans are eager to see what Lokesh has done for Rajinikanth following his critically and commercially successful Vikram with Kamal Haasan.
The 'A'-certified Coolie is rumoured to be part of the Lokesh Kanagaraj Cinematic Universe (LCU), although the filmmakers have consistently denied this. Still, the speculation has fuelled massive buzz, especially given how Lokesh's previous films, Kaithi, Master, Vikram, and Leo, are interconnected through characters like Suriya's 'Rolex' and Karthi's 'Dilli'. Fans continue to hope for surprise cameos, though nothing has been confirmed.
A grand press event was recently held in Tamil Nadu, with the full star cast in attendance, including Aamir Khan, who appears in a cameo in the film. Rajinikanth expressed his deep admiration for Aamir Khan, stating that he stands tall amongst the other two Khans of Bollywood, Salman and Shah Rukh. Aamir, in turn, spoke about his long-standing respect for Rajinikanth, revealing that his decision to join Coolie was purely out of fandom; it marked the first time in his career that he agreed to a role without reading the script or knowing anything about the character. It has also been previously confirmed by both Lokesh and Aamir that they will soon collaborate on a superhero film, set to begin production after next summer.
At a promotional event in Mumbai, Nagarjuna, who plays the main antagonist in Coolie, shared his experience of working on the film. 'The experience of working with Rajnikanth sir has been nothing short of fantastic. Rajni sir's guidance on set, his charisma, and aura were all just really great,' he said. While details of his role remain confidential, the trailer suggests he may be facing off directly with Rajinikanth's character, 'Deva'. Nagarjuna added, 'Rajini sir helped with the Tamil dialogues and really guided me. It was really nice of him. Even though I played a negative character in the film, my takeaway has been very positive in making this film.'
One mystery that continues to intrigue fans is the identity of the lyricist credited as 'Heisenberg,' responsible for the songs "I Am The Danger' and 'Mobsta.' The name has previously appeared in films like Leo, Jawan, Vettaiyan, and Vikram, all with music by Anirudh Ravichander. At the Mumbai event, Anirudh addressed the speculation, saying: 'Lokesh and I will take that Heisenberg secret to the grave. Nonetheless, I must admit that he is a very talented person. All the songs that he's done for us have worked out really well, including 'Mobsta' and 'I Am The Danger.' Let's keep (Heisenberg's identity) a secret; that's only for us to know.'
Anirudh also praised Shruti Haasan's performance in the film, calling it 'possibly the finest of her career.' Shruti added that the film offered her immense growth as an actor and highlighted its 'very strong feminine quotient.' She shared that many will emotionally resonate with her character, Preethi. While Coolie is poised for a record-breaking weekend at the box office, the real test lies in the film's story and how Rajinikanth has been portrayed. Despite clashing with YRF's much-hyped War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, Coolie is far ahead in both advance bookings and media buzz.
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