Coolie box office Day 2: Rajinikanth reigns supreme with Rs 119 crore in India
The release comes in direct competition with 'War 2', which earned Rs 56.50 crore on day two, taking its total to Rs 108 crore. Yet, 'Coolie' has held a commanding lead, powered by Rajinikanth's massive fan base and the Independence Day holiday advantage.Headlined by Rajinikanth, the film also features Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, and Upendra, with a cameo by Aamir Khan. Reviews have been mixed to positive, but the audience response has been overwhelming, with packed theatres across the board.With its historic opening and sustained collections, 'Coolie' not only reinforces Rajinikanth's enduring star power but also raises the benchmark for Tamil cinema on the global stage.- EndsTune InTrending Reel
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