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News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Rajinikanth's Coolie Becomes First Tamil Film To Cross $2 Million In US Premiere Pre-Sales
Last Updated: Rajinikanth's Coolie makes history as the first Tamil film to cross $2M in US premiere pre-sales, surpassing Kabali, Leo and Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1. Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie, headlined by Rajinikanth, is already rewriting box office history before its release. Sun Pictures, the film's producers, confirmed that the action drama has crossed $2 million in premiere pre-sales in North America — making it the first-ever Tamil film to achieve this milestone. With two days still to go before its worldwide release on August 14, Coolie has overtaken the advance booking numbers of Vijay's Leo and Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1. More significantly, Rajinikanth has broken his own record set by Kabali in 2016, which held the previous top spot at $1.9 million for US premieres. Sharing the news on social media, Sun Pictures wrote, '#Coolie varraan solliko! #Coolie is the First Tamil film to cross $2 million in premiere pre-sales in North America. #Coolie releasing worldwide August 14th." Fans erupted with excitement online, hailing it as a 'Rajinikanth mass" moment. One user declared, 'The movie will create a new history," while another celebrated, 'Already record broken." A devoted fan noted, 'With 2 days left, #Coolie overtakes #Kabali and creates history. Record maker & Record breaker #Thalaivar #Rajinikanth." By surpassing $2 million with days to spare, Coolie has secured its place ahead of Tamil cinema's previous premiere pre-sale leaders. After Kabali, the list had Leo (2023) in second place, The GOAT (2024) third, Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 (2022) fourth, and Jailer (2023) fifth. About Coolie According to the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC), Coolie follows 'a mysterious man [who] takes a stand against a corrupt syndicate exploiting and abusing the workers of a port town" in an intense action drama. The film marks Lokesh Kanagaraj's first collaboration with Rajinikanth and boasts an ensemble cast featuring Nagarjuna, Nimma Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, and Aamir Khan in pivotal roles. With massive advance sales, star power, and Kanagaraj's action-packed storytelling, Coolie is set for a grand opening not just in India, but globally. The hype suggests August 14 could witness one of Tamil cinema's biggest premieres to date. First Published: August 12, 2025, 23:45 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.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why does Amitabh Bachchan not praise Aishwarya Rai in public? Veteran star addresses long-standing question
Amitabh Bachchan has long been known for expressing admiration for his son Abhishek Bachchan on social media. From acknowledging Abhishek's achievements to celebrating his growth, the veteran actor doesn't hold back when it comes to showing appreciation for his son. However, some fans have noticed that this enthusiastic praise rarely extends to the other members of his family—particularly his wife, Jaya Bachchan , and daughter-in-law, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan . This observation recently led to a discussion online, which Amitabh finally addressed in his own words. Through a brief yet telling message, he shared his perspective on why his praise for the women in his family remains private. Praise for Son, Silence for Others? The conversation began after Amitabh posted images of himself greeting fans outside his residence, Jalsa. A user in the comments questioned why he doesn't also post about the women in his family with the same energy. Responding directly, the actor stated that he prefers to appreciate them in his heart and not in public, citing it as a mark of respect. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tại sao ngày càng nhiều người cao tuổi chọn cấy ghép răng giá phải chăng? Cấy ghép răng | Quảng cáo tìm kiếm Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Another commenter referred to Abhishek as the most mature and responsible member of the Bachchan family. Amitabh responded by acknowledging that his son carries qualities such as dignity, love, and care for everyone around him. Their Recent Work in Film While Amitabh continues to be active online, his family members have remained busy on the professional front. Abhishek was recently part of Housefull 5, a multi-starrer comedy directed by Tarun Mansukhani and featuring an ensemble cast that includes Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Fardeen Khan, Nana Patekar, and Jackie Shroff. Jaya Bachchan, known for keeping a low profile, made a return to the big screen with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which garnered much attention. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, meanwhile, was seen in Mani Ratnam's historical drama franchise Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 and Part 2, where her performance was widely appreciated.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amitabh Bachchan explains why he avoids publicly praising Jaya Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai, unlike son Abhishek Bachchan: 'Yes I shall...'
Amitabh Bachchan has responded to queries about why he publicly praises his son Abhishek but not his wife Jaya or daughter-in-law Aishwarya. He stated that he respects the ladies in his heart rather than publicly. Abhishek was recently seen in Housefull 5, Jaya in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and Aishwarya in Ponniyin Selvan series. Amitabh Bachchan is no stranger to praising his son Abhishek Bachchan on social media, often celebrating his achievements with pride. However, fans have long wondered why he doesn't extend the same public admiration to his wife Jaya Bachchan or daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai . The legendary actor has now addressed the question, offering a thoughtful explanation that sheds light on his personal approach to showing respect for the women in his family. In a recent post, Big B shared photos of himself greeting fans outside his residence, Jalsa. Alongside the images, he addressed the question head-on with a crisp caption: 'Yes, I praise Abhishek. So?'—a subtle yet pointed response to those questioning his selective public appreciation. In the comments, a user wrote, 'Toh you should also praise your daughter, daughter in law, wife the same way.' In response, Amitabh responded, 'Yes I shall praise them in my heart.. not publicly.. respect for the ladies.' A second fan called Abhishek a 'mature and responsible person in the whole family' in the comments. Amitabh replied, 'He has love and respect and dignity and care for all.' On the work front, Abhishek Bachchan was recently seen in Housefull 5, a star-studded comedy directed by Tarun Mansukhani, featuring Akshay Kumar , Riteish Deshmukh, Fardeen Khan, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, and others. Jaya Bachchan was last seen in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, while Aishwarya Rai Bachchan appeared in Mani Ratnam's epic sagas Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 and Part 2.
India Today
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Thug Life box office Day 3: Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan's film crawls past Rs 30 crore
The Tamil film 'Thug Life', directed by Mani Ratnam and starring Kamal Haasan, has struggled to cross the Rs 30-crore mark within its first three days at the domestic box office. Despite being a highly anticipated release, the film managed to earn only Rs 7.5 crore on Saturday, offering slight respite after a sharp dip in collections on Day opening to a respectable Rs 15.5 crore on Day 1, Thug Life witnessed a steep drop of 53.87 percent on Day 2, earning just Rs 7.15 crore. Its Day 3 collections remained flat, with the film adding only Rs 7.5 crore to its total. Despite its stellar cast, the film appears to be impacted by lukewarm to industry tracker the Tamil version recorded its highest occupancy on Day 3 during the evening shows, with an overall footfall of 39.12 percent. On the global front, 'Thug Life' has reportedly grossed around Rs 60-65 crore worldwide by the end of Day 3. This figure pales in comparison to Mani Ratnam's previous successes - 'Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 and Part 2', both of which raked in over Rs 300-400 crore Today's review of 'Thug Life' reads, 'Director Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' chronicles the story of thugs - one filled with trust, mistrust, jealousy, greed, betrayal, backstabbing, and what not! While the film did justice in offering a glimpse into the lives of these thugs, it wasn't long-standing in the larger scheme of things. What makes for a truly great gangster story? It's not just the violent clashes between rival gangs – it's the high-stakes drama that cuts through it all. The first half of 'Thug Life' had all of it.'The film also features Trisha Krishnan, Silambarasan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, and Ali Fazal in key InMust Watch
