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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akhil Akkineni hails Nagarjuna in 'Coolie'; calls him ‘My King'; Naga Chaitanya too celebrates father's role
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) The success of Rajinikanth starrer 'Coolie' has turned into a proud family celebration for the Akkineni household. The Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial, which hit theatres on August 14, 2025, features Nagarjuna Akkineni in a pivotal role as Simon. Nagarjuna's sons Akhil Akkineni and Naga Chaitanya are leaving no stone unturned in celebrating their father's impactful appearance. Akhil Akkineni's heartfelt gesture on Instagram Akhil Akkineni took to Instagram to pen a warm tribute to his father. Sharing a picture of himself with Nagarjuna, both dressed in stylish all-black outfits, the duo posed beside a custom-made cake designed around Simon's character from Coolie. Along with the photo, Akhil wrote, 'Simon. Congrats my king,' a caption that struck an emotional chord with fans. The post quickly began trending, with fans applauding the bond between father and son while also showering love on Nagarjuna's commanding screen presence in the film. Coolie | Song - I Am The Danger (Lyrical) Naga Chaitanya heads to theatre for dad's film Meanwhile, elder son Naga Chaitanya also made his way to catch Coolie on the big screen. He was spotted at Mahesh Babu's AMB Cinemas in Hyderabad on Thursday evening, dressed casually in a shirt and jeans. A video circulating online showed Chaitanya walking into the theatre with a friend to enjoy the film alongside audiences. Before heading in, he had already expressed his excitement on social media by posting Nagarjuna's poster from the movie and writing, '#coolie today for my #king. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo ' Fans cheered his gesture, noting how rare and heartwarming it is to see an actor son celebrate his father's role so openly. Nagarjuna's impact in 'Coolie' Nagarjuna's antagonist role as Simon has been a highlight in 'Coolie', adding gravitas to a star-studded film that already features Rajinikanth, Shruthi Haasan, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and even Aamir Khan in significant roles. The movie has crossed Rs 100 crores in just 3 days, as reported by the Sacnilk website. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I'm in the movie, anna': Shruti Haasan's hilarious reaction as security stops her at theatre
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actor Shruti Haasan found herself in a hilarious situation on August 14 when she arrived at Chennai's Vettri Theatres to watch the first show of her latest release, 'Coolie'. Accompanied by friends, Shruti's car was halted at the theatre gate by security staff — who apparently didn't recognize her. In a video now going viral, the actor can be heard telling the guard with mock seriousness, 'I'm in the movie. Please allow me, anna. I'm the heroine, sir.' The moment sent her friends into fits of laughter and has since delighted fans online. A security guard's 'over-performance' becomes internet gold Coolie | Song - I Am The Danger (Lyrical) The clip, filmed by Yungraja and shared by Vettri Theatres' proprietor Rakesh Gowthaman, credited the guard, identified as Raayal, for 'over-performing his duty.' Even as the unexpected stop delayed her entry, Shruti played along with the humour, flashing her trademark wit. In 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Shruti plays Preethi alongside superstar Rajinikanth , Soubin Shahir, and an ensemble cast. Her performance has already been widely appreciated by audiences and critics. 'Coolie' roars past Rs 76 crore in two days While Shruti's entry into the theatre turned into a viral moment, the bigger story is 'Coolie's phenomenal box office run. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dementia Has Been Linked To a Common Habit. Do You Do It? Memory Health Click Here Undo As reported by the Sacnilk website, the film opened to a thunderous response on August 14, raking in an estimated Rs 65 crore net on Day 1 across all languages. Tamil screenings dominated with Rs 45 crore, followed by Telugu at Rs 15 crore, Hindi at Rs 4.5 crore, and Kannada at Rs 50 lakh. On Day 2 (August 15), the film added another Rs 11.78 crore, taking its two-day total to nearly Rs 76.78 crore as per the early estimates. On the other hand, there are also mixed reviews pouring in for the Rajinikanth starrer. The movie is expected to mint more numbers. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Coolie' star Rajinikanth calls fans 'Gods who make me live'; Check out Tweet here
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) On Friday (August 15), Superstar Rajinikanth expressed deep gratitude as he completed 50 golden years in the film industry. In a statement shared in Tamil on his X handle, he began by wishing everyone a 'Happy 79th Independence Day' and went on to thank political leaders, colleagues, and friends who congratulated him on his milestone. 'My heartfelt thanks go to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami, BJP leader Nainar Nagendiran, my friend Annamalai, madam Sasikala, Dhinakaran, madam Premalatha and other friends in politics,' he wrote. Turning to his fans, he delivered his most emotional line yet: 'I also express my heartfelt thanks to my fans, who are the Gods who make me live.' When cinema's biggest names paid tribute Rajinikanth's anniversary sparked tributes across the film fraternity. His long-time friend Kamal Haasan took to X with a heartfelt note: '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.' He credited director Lokesh Kanagaraj, producer Kalanithi Maran, music composer Anirudh Ravichander, and the ensemble cast, while adding a personal cheer for his daughter Shruti Haasan. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Mohanlal, Mammootty, Ilaiyaraaja, and several others also joined in the celebrations. Coolie | Song - I Am The Danger (Lyrical) When his director spoke of cherished moments Lokesh Kanagaraj, who directed Rajinikanth in 'Coolie', called the film 'a special one in my journey' and said it came together with 'everyone pouring their hearts and love into it… because of you, #Thalaivar.' He added, 'Will forever be grateful for this opportunity, and the conversations we've shared both on and off the film! These are moments I will always cherish and never forget.' Closing his tribute, Lokesh thanked Rajinikanth 'from the bottom of my heart' for inspiring generations and congratulated him for '50 glorious years of making us love you, learn from you, and grow with you. We love you, #Thalaivaa.' "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nagarjuna's villain look in ‘Coolie' inspired by Heath Ledger's Joker; Lokesh Kanagaraj brings madness to costume design; Read more
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) The 'Coolie' actor Nagarjuna has revealed a fascinating behind-the-scenes detail about his villainous transformation. In a candid chat with co-star Shruti Haasan, the Telugu superstar shared that director Lokesh Kanagaraj took cues from Heath Ledger's iconic Joker in The Dark Knight to design his costume's color palette. The mix of 'purple and cream,' he said, was chosen to convey a certain 'madness' in his character. 'Loki probably saw the madness in the colors as well,' Nagarjuna explained. With a purple jacket and baggy pants — a first for the actor — the look was unlike anything he had worn before. 'I'm glad he didn't put on that smile,' he quipped, earning laughter from Shruti. A bold role outside his comfort zone Known for his heroic and morally upright characters, Nagarjuna admitted that stepping into a negative role took careful consideration. For the first time in his career, he recorded the narration and took notes before committing. 'The story starts with Simon's character,' he revealed, hinting at his central role in the plot. 'I never did this earlier,' he added, underlining the deliberate choice to step into unfamiliar territory. Shruti noted the look also had hints of the 'old-school Joker,' blending nostalgia with menace. Coolie | Song - I Am The Danger (Lyrical) Rajinikanth's quiet, powerful nod Perhaps the most heartwarming moment came when Nagarjuna recalled Rajinikanth's reaction to one of his scenes. After delivering a shot, he noticed the Superstar watching closely. 'Rajini sir nodded and said 'hmmm' with a sweet smile,' Nagarjuna recounted — a small gesture, but one that carried immense weight for the actor. With Coolie bringing together an ensemble cast including Rajinikanth, Shruti Haasan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan, and with Lokesh Kanagaraj blending Hollywood inspirations with his signature storytelling, the film promises to be as much a visual treat as it is an action-packed spectacle.
Indian Express
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Who is Heisenberg, Rajinikanth-led Coolie's ‘secret' lyricist? Anirudh Ravichander finally opens up: ‘Lokesh Kanagaraj and I will…'
With director Lokesh Kanagaraj's Rajinikanth-led Coolie set for release, expectations are naturally sky-high. Marking the first collaboration between one of the biggest stars in the country and one of the most successful filmmakers in contemporary Indian cinema, Coolie also features a star-studded cast, including Nagarjuna and Aamir Khan, among others. Amid all the hype, one question that has left audiences scratching their heads is about lyricist Heisenberg, who is credited for two songs in Coolie, 'I Am The Danger' and 'Mobsta'. Interestingly, the name Heisenberg had previously appeared in the crew lists of films like Vettaiyan, Leo, Jawan and Vikram, all of which featured music composed by Anirudh Ravichander. As speculations and theories continue to do the rounds, Anirudh himself recently addressed the million-dollar question: who is Heisenberg? 'Lokesh and I will take that Heisenberg secret to the grave. Nonetheless, I must admit that he is a very talented person. All the songs that he's done for us have worked out really well, including 'Mobsta' and 'I Am The Danger.' Let's keep (Heisenberg's identity) a secret; that's only for us to know,' he said at the Coolie album launch event in Mumbai. Actors Nagarjuna and Shruti Haasan were also present. Anirudh further revealed that the now-iconic 'Alela Polema' phrase in the track 'Mobsta' was simply gibberish he created while composing the song. They, however, decided to keep it in the final cut because Lokesh liked it so much. The composer also mentioned that it apparently meant 'we are ready to fight' in Greek. While Nagarjuna named 'Monica' as his favourite song from the album, Shruti picked 'Powerhouse'. Wishing the movie all the best, Anirudh expressed hope for a Coolie 2. He remarked, 'Everybody knows, generally, when I really like a film that I am working on, I tweet about it with cups and fires. 10 cups and 10 fires for Coolie. I know there is a lot of expectation and hype for the movie. I don't think we have ever faced this much in our small careers. But rest assured that you guys will surely enjoy this film; it's going to be a blast.' Opening up about his antagonistic character, Nagarjuna revealed that he's playing a 'straight-up baddie' who offers no justification for his villainy. 'I definitely don't want to tell my grandchildren about this role. He (Nagarjuna's character Simon) is too bad a person.' Expressing his elation at working with Rajinikanth, he also fondly recalled Thalaivar helping him with Tamil lines to enhance his performance. 'Though I played the most negative role, the experience (of working on the movie) was the most positive,' he added. Mentioning that he was blown away upon seeing the visuals of Nagarjuna's scenes in Coolie, Anirudh maintained that the sheer aura the Telugu legend brought to the screen was mesmerising. Anirudh also commented that Shruti Haasan's performance in Coolie might be the finest of her career. Pointing out that the movie has a 'very strong feminine quotient,' which goes beyond her character, Shruti assured that many viewers will feel an emotional resonance with Preethi, the role she plays. She also stated that Coolie offered her a great learning experience as an actor. Coolie will hit the screens on Thursday, August 14.
