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Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Coolie first review is in: Udhayanidhi Stalin catches early glimpse of Rajinikanth's film, calls it a ‘mass entertainer'
Actor and Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi Stalin, caught a special screening of Lokesh Kanagaraj's Rajinikanth-starrer Coolie. Giving the first review of the film on his X (formerly Twitter) account, the actor-politician called it a 'mass entertainer'. He also congratulated Rajinikanth on completing 50 years in cinema. (Also Read: Coolie advance booking: Rajinikanth film hits ₹100 crore for opening weekend, sells over 12 lakh tickets for day 1) Rajinikanth plays Deva in Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie. Udhayanidhi Stalin gives first review of Coolie Stalin began his note by congratulating Rajinikanth as he completes 50 years in the film industry on 15 August. He wrote, 'I am truly delighted to congratulate our Superstar @rajinikanth sir on completing 50 glorious years in the film industry.' He then praised Coolie, stating that he's sure the film will entertain the audience, writing, 'Had the opportunity to get an early glimpse of his much-awaited movie #Coolie, releasing tomorrow. I thoroughly enjoyed this power-packed mass entertainer and am sure it will capture the hearts of audiences everywhere.' Stalin ended his note by congratulating the whole team and wishing them success, 'My heartfelt wishes for a roaring success to @rajinikanth sir, @sunpictures, #Sathyaraj sir, @Dir_Lokesh, #AamirKhan sir, @iamnagarjuna sir, @nimmaupendra sir, @anirudhofficial, #SoubinShahir, @shrutihaasan and the entire team behind this movie.' Lokesh re-shared Stalin's review on his X, and thanked him for his words, writing, 'Very grateful for your kind words @Udhaystalin sir (hug and heart emojis) Feeling elated to know that you loved the film sir, thank you so much for this.' About Coolie Coolie stars Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Sathyaraj, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan and Aamir Khan in lead roles. It is directed by Lokesh, produced by Sun Pictures and has music by Anirudh Ravichander. According to Sacnilk, Coolie has already crossed the ₹100 crore mark for its opening weekend in advance bookings. Rajinikanth plays Deva in the film, while Nagarjuna plays the antagonist called Simon. Aamir plays an extended cameo as Dahaa.
Hindustan Times
4 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Coolie advance booking: Rajinikanth film hits ₹100 crore for opening weekend, sells over 12 lakh tickets for day 1
Coolie advance booking: One of the most anticipated films of the year, Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie, will be released on 14 August. Despite the clash with War 2, the ensemble film headlined by Rajinikanth has done well in pre-sales, hitting the ₹100 crore mark for its opening weekend and selling over 12 lakh tickets on its opening day. Coolie advance booking: Rajinikanth's film with Lokesh Kanagaraj is set to have a bumper opening. Coolie hits ₹ 100 crore mark for opening weekend Trade website Sacnilk reported that as of 11 AM, Coolie sold 12,46,828 tickets in India, collecting a gross of ₹27.01 crore. The film sold over 10 lakh tickets in Tamil, followed by 1 lakh just in Telugu. It collected ₹11.97 crore in Tamil Nadu, ₹1.46 crore in Andhra Pradesh, ₹1.69 crore in Telangana and ₹6.85 crore in Karnataka. Reportedly, Coolie has already sold tickets worth ₹50 crore in India for its opening weekend. The overseas pre-sales show a ₹60 crore gross for the weekend, with ₹45 crore just for the opening day. The ensemble film has already made more than ₹110 crore for the opening weekend, with ₹80 crore for its opening day alone. Given that there are still a few hours to go, it remains to be seen how much the film makes on its opening day and weekend. Coolie already broke records in the US by becoming the first Tamil film to make over $2 million in premiere pre-sales. It remains to be seen if the Rajinikanth-starrer's openings beat the opening day collections of Lokesh's previous film, Leo with Vijay, which made ₹142.70 crore worldwide and holds the record for the highest opening for a Tamil film. About Coolie Coolie is directed by Lokesh and stars Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan and Aamir Khan in lead roles. The film's synopsis has been kept under wraps by the team, but the British Board of Film Classification described it as: 'A mysterious man takes a stand against a corrupt syndicate exploiting and abusing the workers of a port town in this action drama.'
Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Shruti Haasan on standing out in a Rajinikanth film like Coolie; discussing acting with dad Kamal Haasan
As Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie gears up for release, Shruti Haasan says she has had a 'weird and chaotic' year. The actor-musician isn't just waiting for the audience to see her as Preethi in the ensemble film headlined by Rajinikanth; she's also busy planning shows to perform live with her band. 'It's been a crazy year due to different bits and bobs, you know what I mean?' asks Shruti earnestly in a chat with Hindustan Times. Sure, I say, and she opens up about her upcoming films, co-star Rajinikanth, father Kamal Haasan and more. Shruti Haasan is excited for everyone to see her in Lokesh Kanagaraj's Rajinikanth-starrer Coolie. Rajinikanth's fans will be 'super happy' with Coolie Lokesh has been nothing if not consistent while delivering hits with films like Kaithi, Master and Vikram. Given that he's kept his cards close to his chest with Coolie, I get curious about what the film is even about. 'If you look at Lokesh's previous films, they're always entertaining with action sequences and emotions that cater to the audience. Rajini sir's fans will be super happy because I think Coolie is going to be a really entertaining watch,' says Shruti, staying coy about the story. What made Shruti say yes to the project, however, I prod, and she's quick to answer, 'Definitely, when a project like this comes to you with an actor like that, a director like that, it's already exciting. But I really liked the character of Preethi and what she brought to the story. I can't reveal much, though.' Given that Coolie stars 'powerhouses' like Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir and Aamir Khan, is she worried she will get lost in the melee? 'No, I'm not nervous because I think Lokesh has done justice to every character. Plus, each of these actors is so different; it was a learning experience with everyone, especially Rajini sir. He has this energy and makes everyone feel positive and comfortable on set, which was amazing to see,' says Shruti. Working with Lokesh Kanagaraj again after Inimel Shruti might not have worked in any Lokesh film, but he did make his acting debut with her heartbreak song Inimel a year ago, which featured lyrics by her dad Kamal. And though Kamal has worked with Lokesh in Vikram, Shruti says she didn't have much interaction with the director before Inimel and Coolie, despite visiting the film's set. 'I wouldn't compare the music video Lokesh to the director Lokesh; they're completely different human beings. He's really clear and calm as a director, so shooting for Coolie felt very collaborative. I've been on sets before where people wonder why a character is doing something; it has happened to me several times. You are shooting, and you go, hey, but why would they do that? But this was one set that I've never heard any actor question the motivation for their characters because he's open to inputs as well,' she says. Shruti's upcoming work, discussing films with family Speaking of collaboration, I wonder what dinner table conversations are like in Shruti's home, given that her dad, mom Sarika and sister Akshara are all actors too. 'We don't all sit and have dinner together. Us individually having dinner conversations? Sure,' says Shruti with a chuckle, adding, 'It's really not about acting…it's never been about acting. It's maybe about movies we saw, news we read, or something on Instagram, like any other family. I watch all of my dad's stuff, not my sister's or mum's, and they haven't watched mine.' As for her upcoming films, apart from Coolie, which will be released in theatres on 14 August, Shruti has a cameo in Mysskin's upcoming film Train, which stars Vijay Sethupathi in the lead. 'I had a lovely time working with Mysskin sir. He's really fun and has a different style of working. It's a cameo, but I'm excited for people to see that. We don't know when we're going to shoot Salaar 2 yet. Honestly, I've been so busy with Coolie…now I get to sit and listen to a whole bunch of scripts to decide what to do next. If you ask me, this is my most exciting time,' she says, rounding off.
