Soubin Shahir's 'Monica' hook step; Lokesh Kanagaraj grooves along
set the stage on fire at a recent award function with a performance that no one quite expected—but no one will forget either. Dancing to Monica, the chartbuster from
's upcoming Rajinikanth-starrer Coolie, Soubin turned the evening electric, leaving even director Lokesh visibly impressed.
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Soubin vs Monica: And the hook step winner is...
Wearing a vibrant yellow kurta, Soubin matched the beats with unfiltered energy and style. What made it more special? The song Monica, originally picturised on Pooja Hegde, was expected to be the talk of the town for her glam presence—but it was Soubin who ended up stealing the thunder. His version of the now-trending hook step went viral within hours, drawing praise from fans across language barriers.
The performance was shared by the official Coolie page and has since clocked millions of views.
The comment section? A storm of claps, fire emojis, and people jokingly suggesting Soubin should have featured in the actual video. One comment read, "He is the true highlight of the song." Another comment read, "Soubin chetta is a true vibe."
Lokesh Kanagaraj's reaction adds to the buzz
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj can be seen cheering from the audience, visibly enjoying Soubin's grooves. Insiders say he walked backstage later to personally congratulate the 'Ambili' actor.
A familiar rhythm, A familiar charm
This isn't the first time Soubin has gone viral for his dance moves. His performance in Njan Jackson Alleda from the film Ambili had earlier shown audiences a rare combination—comic timing with rhythm. What sets him apart? He doesn't just dance. He acts while doing it.
About 'Coolie'
Meanwhile, 'Coolie' starring
in the lead, is all set to hit the big screens on August 14. The movie also features Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Aamir Khan, and many others.
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