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India.com
9 hours ago
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Who is this actress, played role of gangster in Rajinikanth's Coolie, outshined Shruti Haasan with her performance, she is…
Home Entertainment Who is this actress, played role of gangster in Rajinikanth's Coolie, outshined Shruti Haasan with her performance, she is… Who is this actress, played role of gangster in Rajinikanth's Coolie, outshined Shruti Haasan with her performance, she is… This actress, who played a role of gray character in Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan starrer Coolie, has garnered immense praise for her performance in Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial. In the bustling world of Indian cinema, where stars rise and fade with each new release, a particular actress has recently captured attention with her compelling performance in big-budget Tamil film. Known for her expressive eyes and commanding presence, she has transitioned from regional fame to a broader spotlight, making a significant impact in her latest role, through which she has even managed to overshadow actress Shruti Haasan. Who is this actress? The actress in question is Rachita Ram, a celebrated figure in Kannada cinema, who has made her Tamil debut in the film Coolie, released on August 14, 2025. In this action thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Rachita portrays Kalyani, a formidable antagonist and gangster whose character adds depth and intensity to the narrative. Her performance among the female actresses has been widely appreciated, marking a successful crossover into Kollywood. Who is Rachita Ram? Rachita Ram is a popular Indian actress known primarily for her work in the Kannada film industry. She made her acting debut with the hit film Bulbul (2013) opposite Darshan, which earned her instant recognition and success. Before entering films, she appeared in a Kannada TV serial called Benkiyalli Aralida Hoovu. Rachita has since starred in several successful Kannada films like Ranna, Ambareesha, Ayogya, and Love You Rachchu. She's known for her expressive acting, graceful screen presence, and ability to handle both romantic and intense roles with ease. More about Coolie Coolie features an ensemble cast, including Thalaivar Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Aamir Khan and Sathyaraj. The film's storyline revolves around a former coolie union leader investigating the death of his friend, leading him into a confrontation with a crime syndicate. Rachita Ram's portrayal of Kalyani stands out in the film, showcasing her versatility and ability to hold her own alongside seasoned actors through which she has outshined the female lead Shruti Haasan. Coolie has generated significant buzz, not only for its star-studded cast but also for its direction and music. The film's music, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, has been well-received, adding to the overall appeal of the movie. Despite mixed reviews regarding its second half, the film has performed well at the box office, grossing over Rs 250 crore worldwide For breaking news and live news updates, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Read more on Latest Entertainment News on
Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Meet the Kannada actress who made her debut in Kollywood, with Rajnikanth's Coolie, as a villain
Rachita Ram , a Kannada actress, earned the spotlight with her outstanding performance in the Rajinikanth movie Coolie. Rachita snatched hearts with her outstanding performance as Kalyani, an antagonist part that showcased her depth as an actor, in Coolie, her Kollywood debut, which opened in theaters on August 14. This film not only marks her entry into Tamil cinema but also stands out as her first venture beyond the Kannada film industry. Here's everything you need to know about Rachita. Who is Rachita Ram? Famously known as the 'Dimple Queen' of the Kannada cinema, the famous actress was born as Bindhiya Ram on 3rd October, 1992, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Hailing from a family deeply rooted in the arts, she has a rich heritage that significantly influences her career; her father, K S Ram, is a Bharata Natyam dancer. In 2012, Rachita made her acting debut in the popular TV serial opera Arasi. After making her cinematic debut in 2013 with the Kannada film Bul Bul, she has subsequently built a stellar portfolio that includes more than 20 movies. In Dil Rangeela, Ranna, Chakravyuha, and Seetharama Kalyana, among other films, she starred with a number of well-known actors, including Darshan, Ganesh, Kiccha Sudeep, and the late Puneeth Rajkumar. Rachita has more than 50 fascinating performances under her belt as a trained classical Bharata Natyam dancer. Her sister, a Nithya Ram, has established herself in the cinema and television industries, as well. Regarding her time in Coolie, Rachita was determined to work on her home ground for the first ten years of her career before venturing on to other South films. Rumors surfaced during the film's production about her potential involvement in a Lokesh Kanagaraj film, but Rachita remained silent, stating that she would rather let the filmmakers reveal details when they were ready. In Coolie, she shares the screen with her 'I Love You' co-star Upendra. 'Coolie' features an ensemble of renowned actors, including Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan. The movie also faces competition at the box office from War 2, as the latter was also released on August 14. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Pink Villa
2 days ago
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- Pink Villa
Who is Rachita Ram? Meet Kannada actress who debuted in Kollywood with Rajinikanth's Coolie as an antagonist
Kannada actress Rachita Ram has become the centre of attention following her remarkable performance in the Rajinikanth film, Coolie. Marking her Kollywood debut, which hit theatres on August 14, Rachita won hearts with her stellar portrayal of Kalyani, an antagonist role that showcased her versatile acting skills. This film not only marks her entry into Tamil cinema but also stands out as her first venture beyond the Kannada film industry. Here's everything you need to know about Rachita. Who is Rachita Ram? Rachita Ram is famously known as the "Dimple Queen" of Kannada cinema. She was born as Bindhiya Ram on October 3, 1992, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Hailing from a family deeply rooted in the arts, she has a rich heritage that significantly influences her career; her father, K S Ram, is a Bharata Natyam dancer. Rachita embarked on her acting journey in 2012 with the popular television soap opera Arasi. She made her film debut in 2013 with Kannada film Bul Bul and has since built an impressive portfolio with over 20 films to her name. Her experience extends to various films, including Dil Rangeela, Ranna, Chakravyuha, and Seetharama Kalyana, where she shared the screen with a plethora of celebrated actors such as Darshan, Ganesh, Kiccha Sudeep, and the late Puneeth Rajkumar. Also, Rachita is a trained classical Bharata Natyam dancer, having performed in more than 50 captivating shows. She has a sister, who is also a Nithya Ram, who has carved her own niche in both television and film. About her stint in Coolie Speaking about her stint in Coolie, Rachita was adamant to spend the first 10 years of her acting career on home ground before venturing into other South films. During the making of the film,rumors circulated regarding her potential involvement in a Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial; however, Rachita chose to remain tight-lipped, indicating she preferred to allow the filmmakers to unveil information at the appropriate time. In Coolie, she shares the screen with her I Love You co-star Upendra. Coolie features an ensemble of renowned actors, including Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan. Also, Coolie faces competition at the box office from War 2, as the latter was also released on August 14.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rachita Ram in Coolie: 5 must-watch films of the Dimple Queen to stream on OTT
Kannada actress Rachita Ram makes her Kollywood debut with the big-ticket release, Coolie, starring Rajinikanth in the lead. Coolie is her first non-Kannada film after over a decade in movies, which, she says is because she was adamant to spend the first 10 years of her acting career on home ground, before venturing out. During the making of the film, when rumours spread that Rachita would be in the Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial, she'd chosen not to confirm or deny it, preferring to let the makers announce when the time was right. Rachita Ram in Coolie That announcement came with the film's trailer, which has a split- second visual of the actress, who is fondly known as Kannada cinema's Dimple Queen. She joins her I Love You co-star Upendra in the film that releases world wide on August 14, 2025. It's been reported that Rachita has a role with grey shades in Coolie. Here are 5 must-watch films of Dimple Queen Rachita Ram available on OTTplay Premium Bul Bul Rachita Ram made her Kannada film debut in 2013 with Bul Bul, a film that was inspired by the Telugu movie Darling and the Hollywood flick 50 First Dates. Rachita was paired with Challenging Star Darshan in the film directed by MD Sridhar, which went on to become the highest grossing Kannada film of the year. Dil Rangeela Rachita was paired with Golden Star Ganesh in the Preetham directed romantic comedy. A love triangle, the film also stars Priyanka Kumar, beside Rangayana Raghu, Achyuth Kumar, Yamuna Srinidhi, among others. Ranna Rachita's first film with Kiccha Sudeep came in 2015, when she was paired with him in Ranna, the remake of the Telugu film Attarintiki Daredi. Directed by Nanda Kishore, the action comedy received mixed reviews, but was a commercial success. Chakravyuha Writer-director Saravanan adapted his Tamil film Ivan Veramathiri as Chakravyuha, with the late Power Star Puneeth Rajkumar in the lead. Rachita was paired with Puneeth in the film, which featured music by S Thaman. One of the highlights of the soundtrack was that War 2's Jr NTR sang a song, Geleya Geleya. Seetharama Kalyana A Harsha, who soon makes his Bollywood debut with Baaghi 4, wrote and directed the action drama Seetharama Kalyana, with Nikhil Kumaraswamy and Rachita in the lead. The film marked the Kannada debut of Sanjay Kapoor, who was joined by others like Bhagyashree, Madhoo, P Ravi Shankar, R Sarathkumar, among others.
New Indian Express
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Rachita Ram faces dual complaints from industry peers at KFCC
Rachita Ram, fondly called as the 'Dimple Queen,' is currently facing two separate complaints filed against her with the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC), raising concerns among industry professionals. The first complaint has been lodged by Sanju Weds Geetha 2 director Nagashekar, who claims the actor failed to participate in any promotional activities for the film's release on June 6. While Rachita was present at the film's muhurath, a song launch, and a few press events nearly two years ago, the director states she was absent from all major promotional efforts during the critical weeks leading up to the release. 'I've directed 11 films and never had to take this step before,' Nagashekar said. 'Her fans are sharing edited footage to suggest she promoted the film, but those are from earlier events. When we organized the pre-release function and invited Shivarajkumar, she chose not to attend. She participated during the initial phases — the shoots and celebrations — but did not support the film when it mattered most.' Sanju Weds Geetha 2 producer Chalavadi Kumar also approached the KFCC, noting his disappointment. 'When senior actors like Shivarajkumar and Upendra are extending their support to the film, it is discouraging to see a key cast member unwilling to engage with its promotion. Even after senior producer Rockline Venkatesh tried to intervene, there was no response from her side.' In addition to this, an older, unresolved issue involving Rachita Ram has resurfaced. Veteran producer Vijayalakshmi Aras alleges that the actor accepted an advance of ₹13 lakh in 2017 for the film Uppi Ruppi, which featured Upendra and was to be directed by K. Madesh. However, Rachita later exited the project and allegedly failed to return the advance. 'Only 35% of the film was completed. We had scheduled international shoots, booked her flights and accommodations — and she never turned up. Our losses exceeded ₹1.5 crore,' said Vijayalakshmi. 'Despite multiple attempts to contact her, we have not received the advance back, nor any communication.' Rachita Ram has so far chosen not to comment on either matter. While she has maintained a reputation for professionalism in the past, her continued silence in both cases has drawn attention within the industry.
