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News18
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Lokesh Kanagaraj On Coolie Getting ‘A' Certificate: ‘It's Going To Be A Violent Film'
Last Updated: Rajinikanth's film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, gets an 'A' certificate from CBFC. Fans are excited for the action thriller releasing on August 14. Superstar Rajinikanth's highly anticipated film Coolie is inching closer to its grand theatrical release. Just a few days before fans can watch the action thriller, the production house behind the film, Sun Pictures, announced that the film has received an 'A' (Adults Only) certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The rating implies that the content can only be watched by viewers aged 18 and above, typically due to intense violence or coarse language. The announcement left fans both curious and excited. An 'A' certificate is rare for a Rajinikanth film, as it comes after 36 years. The veteran actor's films that earlier had an 'A' certificate were Pudukkavidhai (1982), Ranga (1982), Naan Sigappu Manithan (1985), and Siva (1989). However, director Lokesh Kanagaraj is known for gritty, unfiltered storytelling and action thrillers like Kaithi, Vikram and Leo. Now, Lokesh Kanagaraj sat down for an interview with Galatta Plus and spoke about the film getting an 'A' certificate. When asked if he had compromised in violence, he clarified, 'No compromise. It's going to be a violent film. The film will have all the emotions that can be triggered in a family audience. But at the same time, I didn't want to lose my grip when it comes to the film. I didn't want to do a PG-13 film." How An 'A'-Certified Film Can Affect The Revenues As per a report by Etimes, an industry insider talked about how the adult rating can affect the rating and how it can earn big in theatres. The person mentioned, 'A Rajinikanth or a Vijay film has a large audience because of the family crowd they draw. If you take a family of four with two kids, an 'A'-certified film ends up losing not two but four tickets. If the film gets a good report, then the film will perform very well and compensate collection-wise for this segment of the audience not coming in." 'So, while theatres might not face a revenue loss through the tickets not being sold, they will be hit primarily with the revenue they get from food and beverage sales and parking, as it is families—compared to the youth—who spend more on them," he added. Coolie's Cast and Storyline The action thriller, written by Chandhru Anbazhagan and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, follows the story of an ageing gold smuggler, Deva (played by Rajinikanth). The 2-hour 48-minute movie shows how Deva uses antique gold watches to reunite his old gang and reclaim his criminal empire. But the plan takes a turn as his plan leads to the formation of a new criminal enterprise, with a focus on greed and crime. Set to release a day ahead of India's 79th Independence Day, August 14, the film brings together several talented actors, including Sathyaraj, Nagarjuna, Sivakarthikeyan, Pooja Hegde, Shruti Haasan, Upendra Rao and Soubin Shahir. Bollywood actor Aamir Khan will also make a special cameo appearance in the film. First Published: August 04, 2025, 16:49 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Coolie' censor surprise: Five Rajinikanth films that received an ‘A' certificate
The A certificate for Rajinikanth's Cooliehas taken fans of the superstar by surprise. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the pan-Indian movie is set to hit the screens on August 14, 2025. The movie boasts of a stellar cast, including Aamir Khan, Sathyaraj, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Nagarjuna and Shruti Haasan. Reports say a Rajinikanth film has got an 'A' certificate from the CBFC after 36 years. While violence and gruesome visuals are common in a Lokesh Kanagaraj movie, Rajinikanth movies have the reputation of being made for the family audience. That said, in the recent times, the superstar has been experimenting with subjects that led by ruthless protagonists involved in violent activities. Jailer, Kaala and Kabali had violent sequences, uncharacteristic of a typical Rajinikanth movie. While many of Rajinikanth's 'A'-rated movies in his illustrious career have gone on to become blockbusters, some of them have failed at the box office. Here is a look at five Rajinikanth movies that received an 'A' certificate from the censor board. 'Naan Sigappu Manithan' (1985) Rajinikanth plays a Robin Hood in this action thriller. Directed by SA Chandrasekhar, the movie is a remake of the Hindi film Aap Ki Awaaz (1984), starring Raj Babbar. Rajinikanth plays Vijay, a Tamil professor who is forced to turn into a vigilante due to hostile circumstances. With music from Ilaiyaraaja, Naan Sigappu Manithan is a gory and violent drama. 'Naan Mahaan Alla' (1984) A remake of the 1978 Shatrughan Sinha movie Vishwanath (1978), the Tamil film is directed by SP Muthuraman. Rajinikanth essays the role of a lawyer named Vishwanath. The movie, which went on to taste commercial success, is an action-filled revenge drama with a fiery performance from the 'superstar'. Interestingly, the movie was initially titled Naan Gandhi Alla. 'Netrikkan' (1981) This SP Muthuraman movie had Rajinikanth playing a double role. While Visu wrote the story and dialogues for the movie, K Balachander penned the screenplay for Netrikkan. Rajinikanth received praise for his portrayal of a crooked middle-aged womaniser named Chakravarthy. The film revolves around a father-son clash, with Rajinikanth essaying both the characters. 'Pudhukavithai' (1982) A remake of the Kannada blockbuster Naa Ninna Mareyalare (1982) starring Dr Rajkumar, the movie is from Rajinikanth's hit director SP Muthuraman. In the romantic drama, Jyothi and Saritha star opposite Rajinikanth. The superstar stood out as a motorcycle champion in the Tamil blockbuster. ALSO READ: 'Coolie': Third single 'Powerhouse' celebrates superstar Rajinikanth with 'Breaking Bad' references 'Siva' (1989) Rajinikanth locks horns with Raghuvaran in this action drama. The Ameerajan directorial is a remake of the Hindi drama Khoon Pasina (1977). The movie is regarded as one of the biggest box office failures in Rajinikanth's career. Lokesh Kanagaraj has stressed in interviews that there won't be compromise on violence in Coolie. It remains to be seen if the highly-anticipated movie will be the most violent Rajinikanth movie ever.
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Coolie': Rajinikanth returns with an ‘A' certified after 36 years, A recap of Superstar's previous ‘A' rated films
The makers have officially announced that the film 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring superstar Rajinikanth, has now received an 'A' (Adults Only) certificate after being reviewed by the censor board. As a result, fans expect the impact of fight scenes and violence to be high. It is said that this 'A' certificate was given to 'Coolie' without making any concessions, and to preserve the overall action of the film. Here's a closer look at it. Rajinikanth films that earned an 'A' certificate While most of Rajinikanth's films have been given a U/A certificate, it is a rarity for his films to be given an 'A' certificate. Previously, Rajinikanth's films such as 'Pudukkavidhai' (1982), 'Ranga' (1982), 'Naan Sigappu Manithan' (1985), and 'Urkavalan' (1987) have also received an 'A' certificate. The last film of the actor to receive an 'A' certificate was 'Siva', released in 1989, and this was even before Shah Rukh Khan made his cinema debut. The fact that 'Coolie' is being released as a complete 'A' film after 36 years has created great excitement and nostalgia among fans. Makers stand by the bold content Since the impact of the story can only be felt by fully packing violence, emotion, and fight scenes without any deviation from the direction the story has taken, the makers have decided to release it with an 'A' certificate without making any changes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Best Method for a Flat Stomach After 50 (It's Genius!) Lulutox Undo This is also appreciated by the fans, as there is a belief that this will be a film that will deliver 100% action in the style of Lokesh Kanagaraj, and the team's confidence boosts the buzz further. 'Coolie' gears up for a massive August 14 release The audio launch event is scheduled to be held at the Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai today (August 2). The trailer will also be released at the same event at 7 pm. The songs from the film, 'Chikitu', 'Monica', and 'Power House', composed by Anirudh, have already become hits and have received a great response from the fans. Therefore, the film 'Coolie', which will hit the screens on August 14, has created great expectations among the fans.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Tamil actor Vishal health update: Star rushed to hospital after collapsing on stage. What happened?
— IndianSainma (@IndianSainma) You Might Also Like: Vishal health update: Tamil actor admitted to Apollo hospital after attending Madha Gaja Raja event Latest update about Vishal's health About Vishal's work Tamil actor Vishal gave fans a major scare after he unexpectedly collapsed during a public event in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu on Sunday. The incident took place while he was on stage, actively engaging with the crowd, leaving both fans and organisers visibly was immediately taken to a nearby private hospital for treatment. Medical staff provided emergency care upon his arrival. Later, Vishal's manager, Hari Krishnan, informed the media that the actor had been experiencing high fever and extreme fatigue. These symptoms were likely aggravated by his packed work schedule and missed meals in recent health has raised concerns before. Back in January 2025, during a promotional event for his upcoming film Madha Gaja Raja in Chennai, he appeared visibly ill—shivering and struggling to deliver his speech—sparking speculation about his well-being even across social media have since poured in messages of concern and well wishes, hoping for a speedy recovery. As of now, an official update on his health is still attending an event as chief guest, the actor fainted due to fatigue, actor's team said in a statement as reported by TeleguOne webstite. It was later revealed that Vishal had skipped his regular meal that afternoon and had only consumed juice, which likely caused a drop in his energy was promptly taken to a nearby hospital where doctors conducted a thorough check-up. The medical team has since confirmed that there is no major health concern. Vishal is currently in stable condition and recuperating with rest. Doctors have advised him to follow regular meal schedules and avoid incident initially caused worry among fans and attendees, especially as it followed another episode earlier this year where he appeared visibly unwell at a film event. However, the clarification from his team has brought relief, reassuring fans that he is doing team also expressed gratitude to everyone who showed concern and support following the incident. The actor is expected to resume his activities after taking adequate rest and ensuring better self-care in the coming began his journey in the film industry behind the camera, working as an assistant director to actor Arjun. But it wasn't long before he stepped into the spotlight himself. He made a strong debut as a leading man in the 2004 romantic thriller Chellamae, quickly making a mark with his screen presence. He followed it up with a string of successful action entertainers like Sandakozhi, Thimiru, Thaamirabharani, and Malaikottai, cementing his reputation as a mass hero. Not one to stop there, Vishal turned producer and launched his own production house, backing notable films such as Pandiya Naadu, Naan Sigappu Manithan, and Poojai, where he also played the lead — proving he could command both sides of the camera with equal was last seen in Madha Gaja Raja and has Thupparivaalan 2 in the pipeline.
