Mammootty, Mohanlal Celebrate Rajinikanth's 50 Years In Cinema, Wish Coolie Success
Rajinikanth is one of the most famous actors who has worked in different language industries. Today, the actor has completed 50 years in Indian cinema. Malayalam cinema legends Mammootty and Mohanlal have extended their heartfelt wishes, praising his unparalleled journey and legacy.
Taking to their X handles, the actors wished Rajinikanth success for Coolie. Mohanlal shared a poster of Coolie and sent his best wishes to Rajinikanth on 50 years of his journey in cinema. He wrote, 'Fifty years of unmatched charisma, dedication, and magic on screen! Congratulations to the one and only @rajinikanth sir on this monumental milestone. Here's to #Coolie and many more iconic moments ahead." Mammootty took to X and wrote, 'Heartfelt congratulations to dear @rajinikanth on completing 50 glorious years in cinema. It was truly an honour to share the screen with you. Wishing you the very best for #Coolie. Keep inspiring and shining always."
Fifty years of unmatched charisma, dedication, and magic on screen! Congratulations to the one and only @rajinikanth sir on this monumental milestone. Here's to #Coolie and many more iconic moments ahead. pic.twitter.com/Xhk3P7aEFs — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) August 13, 2025
Heartfelt congratulations to dear @rajinikanth on completing 50 glorious years in cinema. It was truly an honour to share the screen with you. Wishing you the very best for #Coolie. Keep inspiring and shining always. pic.twitter.com/EG8GPD4vzS — Mammootty (@mammukka) August 13, 2025
Kamal Haasan And Hrithik Roshan Congratulate:
Taking to his X handle, Kamal Haasan wrote a sweet note and wished best of luck to the team. 'Marking half a century of cinematic brilliance, my dear friend @rajinikanth celebrates 50 glorious years in cinema today. I celebrate our Super Star with affection and admiration, and wish #Coolie resounding global success befitting this golden jubilee. Helmed by the powerhouse @Dir_Lokesh, backed by the pillar of our industry Kalanithi Maran @sunpictures, enriched by the ever-inventive @anirudhofficial, and brought to life by my long-time friends #Sathyaraj, @iamnagarjuna, #AamirKhan, @nimmaupendra, and #SoubinShahir. A special cheer to my darling daughter @shrutihaasan, keep shining bright."
Taking to his X handle, Hrithik Roshan wrote, 'Took my first steps as an actor at your side. You were one of my first teachers, @rajinikanth sir, and continue to be an inspiration and a standard. Congratulations on completing 50 years of on-screen magic!" Kamal Haasan also celebrated Rajinikanth's legacy and penned a sweet note.
Udhayanidhi Stalin Reviews Rajinikanth's Coolie, Calls It A 'Power-Packed Entertainer':
While the film has only a few hours till its release, politician Udhayanidhi Stalin has watched it during a special screening. The Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu not only praised the film but also complimented Rajinikanth on completing 50 years in Tamil films.
Congratulating Ranjinikanth, Udhayanidhi Stalin wrote on X, 'I am truly delighted to congratulate our Superstar @rajinikanth sir on completing 50 glorious years in the film industry." Moreover, sharing his reaction on the film, he added, '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."
Coolie: Cast, Director, Plot
Coolie is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language action thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Kalanithi Maran under the Sun Pictures banner. Featuring a star-studded cast led by Rajinikanth, the film also stars Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan in prominent roles.
The supporting lineup includes Rachita Ram, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR, Kanna Ravi, Monisha Blessy, Kaali Venkat, and Charle. Set in a bustling coastal port town, the story follows a mysterious man who rises against a corrupt syndicate that exploits and mistreats the hardworking coolies.
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August 13, 2025, 17:50 IST
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