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Coolie Release Frenzy: Rajinikanth Fans Stop Screening To Celebrate His Entry, Dance To Dhol Beats
Rajinikanth's Coolie release sparked festival-like celebrations with milk abhishekam, dhol dances, and fans halting screenings to cheer his entry. Watch the viral videos.
Superstar Rajinikanth has once again proved that no one commands the big screen—or the hearts of audiences—quite like him. On August 14, Lokesh Kanagaraj's much-anticipated action drama Coolie finally hit theatres, and what unfolded across Tamil Nadu and beyond was nothing short of a festival. From the crack of dawn, fans gathered outside cinema halls armed with dhols, milk cans, banners, and fireworks, ready to welcome Thalaivar back in the grandest way possible.
The release morning was pure madness—in the best sense of the word. Videos flooded social media showing crowds dancing to thunderous drum beats outside theatres, cheering wildly, and draping massive cutouts of Rajinikanth with garlands. In several places, milk abhishekam ceremonies took place, where fans poured milk over giant posters of the superstar, a tradition reserved for only the most revered figures in Tamil cinema. The air was electric, filled with whistles, chants, and the unmistakable sense that this was more than just a movie release—it was a cultural event.
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Inside the theatres, the frenzy continued. In some screenings, fans were so overcome with excitement during Rajinikanth's entry scene that they stopped the film mid-show to erupt in applause, dance in the aisles, and wave flags bearing his image. Clips that have since gone viral show groups of people jumping, clapping, and even dancing on escalators as they made their way to the screening. Families posed proudly in front of Coolie banners, making the outing as much about celebration as cinema.
#WATCH | Tamil Nadu | Actor Rajinikanth's fans break into a dance as they celebrate the release of his film 'Coolie' — ANI (@ANI) August 14, 2025
Social media became an extended stage for the spectacle. Instagram Reels and Twitter (X) feeds were dominated by fan-made videos capturing every moment—from people performing bhangra in the rain outside theatres to groups singing Rajinikanth's classic dialogues in unison. The hashtags #CoolieFever and #ThalaivarBack quickly began trending, amplifying the carnival-like energy across the internet.
Coolie, produced by Kalanithi Maran's Sun Pictures, boasts an impressive ensemble cast. Alongside Rajinikanth, the film features Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR, and Monisha Blessy, with Bollywood icon Aamir Khan making a much-talked-about cameo appearance. The presence of such a power-packed lineup only added to the anticipation surrounding the project.
While the makers have kept the plot closely guarded, the British Board of Film Classification has provided a tantalising glimpse, describing it as 'a mysterious man taking a stand against a corrupt syndicate exploiting and abusing the workers of a port town." The premise, combined with Lokesh Kanagaraj's reputation for gritty, high-voltage storytelling, set expectations sky-high.
Early box office numbers suggest that Coolie is living up to the hype commercially. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film raked in a staggering ₹100 crore in pre-sales for its opening weekend, with over 12 lakh tickets sold on its first day alone. This performance cements Rajinikanth's status as one of Indian cinema's most bankable stars, capable of drawing massive crowds regardless of changing trends or industry shifts.
For Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie is another significant milestone. Known for crafting action narratives that balance mass appeal with tight, inventive storytelling, the director appears to have harnessed Rajinikanth's screen presence to full effect. Though the story remains under wraps, the director's track record has fans expecting a blend of adrenaline-pumping action, memorable dialogues, and a hero who fights not just with fists but with conviction.
Ultimately, the release of Coolie has reaffirmed one truth: in Tamil cinema, and arguably in Indian cinema at large, there's no phenomenon quite like a Rajinikanth release day. It's a ritual, a reunion, and a roaring declaration of love from fans who treat each film as both a celebration and a shared chapter in a decades-long relationship with their idol. Whether Coolie goes on to break more records or simply adds another glorious chapter to the superstar's filmography, one thing is certain—Thalaivar's magic remains untouchable.
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