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Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Coolie USA Premiere Advance Bookings: Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj's film sets fire at the box office; Rakes up near USD 150k with 22 days to go
Superstar Rajinikanth is back, this time with blockbuster director Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film's advance bookings in USA opened less than a day back and the bookings stand at close to USD 150k for the premieres, 22 days out. These are ginormous numbers for a film that's over 3 weeks away. Coolie Has Already Grossed Around USD 150k At The Time Of This Article What's more crazy is that except for 3 songs, a title teaser and a few solo posters, nothing about Coolie is out. The biggest unit of the film, that is the trailer, shall be out on the 2nd of August as confirmed by the director. The total ticket sales stand at around 5,000, with a per screen average of 20 tickets. The tickets are being sold at a blistering pace and that shall not stop. The response for the Tamil language is the best, followed by Telugu, which is equally great given that it's one of the film's dubbed versions. A USD 2 million premiere gross is not being discounted at this point. Hype Of Coolie Is As High As Kabali This kind of hype for a Rajinikanth film was last seen during Kabali. Yes, Rajinikanth has had bigger lifetime grossers like 2.0 and Jailer after that, but the hype of Coolie is similar to Kabali. Now, what's really required is for the content to land well with the diaspora audience. War 2 And Coolie Lock Themselves In An Intense Battle Coolie has a direct clash with War 2. The things are getting tight as the release draws nearer. This is by far the biggest box office clash in recent memory. The stakes involved are massive and a Rs 1,500 crore global gross is in play, in between both these films, if the content strikes a chord. War 2's advance bookings in USA are expected to open shortly and the pre-release tension will be worth observing. It has been a battlefield on social media, right from when Sun Pictures announced their film to release on 14th August, confirming a direct clash with War 2. It got even more tense when War 2 got IMAX exclusivity. Coolie In Theatres On 14th August, 2025 Coolie hits theatres on 14th August. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more box office updates.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Coolie Powerhouse Song Out: Rajinikanth's Aura Is Simply Unmissable
Last Updated: The 3-minute and 28-second musical video showcases several intense action sequences wherein Rajinikanth fights with his rivals one by one. Coolie, featuring megastar Rajnikanth, has been generating significant buzz on social media ever since its announcement. Helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film is scheduled to hit the big screens on August 14. As the excitement among the fans is at its all-time high, the makers have now unveiled the third single from Coolie, titled Powerhouse. About Powerhouse Renowned musician Anirudh Ravichander has composed Coolie's third single, Powerhouse, which he also crooned alongside rapper Arivu. One of the key highlights of the track is that it features a Breaking Bad reference, including the iconic dialogue, 'Say My Name… You're Goddamn Right" by Heisenberg (Walter White). The 3-minute and 28-second musical video showcases several intense action sequences wherein Rajinikanth fights with his rivals one by one. Unlike earlier tracks, Chikitu and Monica, the music has a few enticing visuals from the film and has several goosebumps-worthy moments. Sharing the video link of the song on X, Sun Pictures wrote in the caption, 'Deva's #PowerHouse storm begins! Lyric Video is out now! Worldwide from August 14th." Deva's #PowerHouse storm begins!🌪️ Lyric Video is out now!💥▶️ #Coolie worldwide from August 14th @rajinikanth @Dir_Lokesh @anirudhofficial @Arivubeing #AamirKhan @iamnagarjuna @nimmaupendra #SathyaRaj #SoubinShahir @shrutihaasan #CoolieFromAug14 — Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) July 22, 2025 The track was unveiled at a grand song launch event in Hyderabad in the presence of director Lokesh Kanagaraj and Anirudh Ravichander. About Coolie Apart from Rajinikanth, the Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial also featured an ensemble cast including Shruti Haasan, Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR, Monisha Blessy and Kaali Venkat in significant roles. Coolie reportedly explores the story of Deva, an ageing gangster, who attempts to revive his old empire by using stolen technology hidden in antique gold watches to reunite his former crew. The film delves into the complexities of Deva's past, his desire for redemption and the potential chaos that arises when he tries to reclaim his past glory. The film is said to be a standalone project and not part of Lokesh's popular Lokesh Cinematic Universe (Kaithi, Vikram, Leo). Rajinikanth's Coolie will face a big box office clash with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's upcoming action thriller War 2. While Coolie will likely dominate in the Tamil market, War 2 is expected to rule the Hindi and Telugu circuits due to Jr NTR's large fan base. Rajinikanth's Upcoming Projects Besides this, Rajinikanth also has Jailer 2 in his kitty. The film is a sequel to the 2023 blockbuster Jailer, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. It is expected to arrive by late 2025 or early 2026. First Published: July 23, 2025, 12:05 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
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Coolie' 3rd single 'Powerhouse' OUT; Rajinikanth's aura steals the show; Anirudh drops 'Breaking Bad' reference
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) The third single from 'Coolie', titled 'Powerhouse', is finally out, and it brings Rajinikanth's trademark larger-than-life energy front and center. Sung and composed by Anirudh Ravichander, the song features rapper Arivu's fiery lyrics and a punchy 'Breaking Bad' reference that's already got fans buzzing. In a nod to Heisenberg from the hit series, the line 'Say My Name… You're Goddamn Right' finds its way into the soundtrack . Action-packed visuals and goosebump moments Powerhouse - Official Lyric Video | Coolie | Superstar Rajinikanth | Sun Pictures | Lokesh | Anirudh The 3-minute-28-second lyrical video delivers intense action and slick visuals. As Rajinikanth confronts his enemies one by one, fans are treated to fleeting glimpses of his character's fierce persona. One fan commented, "Finally lokesh bhai ki movie aane wali hai... I am very excited." Another comment read, "70s kids, 80s kids, 90s kids, 2000s kids, 2010s kids, 2020s kids - all kids are surrender for the one and only Thalaivar - Evergreen Superstar of Indian Cinema. " The video captures Rajinikanth in his element, matching every beat with raw energy. The song was recently performed by Anirudh at his Hyderabad concert, a moment hyped by both him and director Lokesh Kanagaraj during their visit. 'Coolie' gears up for a star-studded release Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, 'Coolie' stars Rajinikanth as Deva — an aging gangster plotting a massive comeback by targeting illegal tech trade operations. With actors Nagarjuna Akkineni and Upendra Rao supporting, and a special cameo by Aamir Khan, the film boasts a stacked cast. Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Soubin Shahir, and Pooja Hegde (in a dance number) also feature in key roles. The teaser is set to drop on August 2, 2025, while the film hits theatres on August 14. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth is also busy with 'Jailer 2', a sequel to the 2023 hit Jailer. Helmed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film sees the superstar return as a former jailer seeking vengeance for his son. Rajinikanth's previous outing was 'Vettaiyan'.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Coolie': Third single ‘Powerhouse' celebrates superstar Rajinikanth with ‘Breaking Bad' references
The makers of Coolie, starring Rajnikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, released the third single from the highly-anticipated movie on all audio platforms. Titled Powerhouse, the song is sung by Anirudh Ravichander and Arivu. Produced by Sun Pictures, the movie is set to hit the screens on Augutst 14, 2025. The high-energy track celebrates the superstar, who is set to play the character Deva in Coolie. The fast-paced number will be launched officially in Hyderabad on Tuesday (July 22, 2025) in the presence of cast and crew members. The makers used the opening section of the song with the first-glimpse video of Coolie, released on May 06, 2025. In the video, all the characters, except Rajinikanth, get introduced through the over-the-shoulder shot as we see Soubin Shahir, Satyaraj, Upendra and Akkineni Nagarjuna even as we hear a rap portion from the song. Rajinikanth is seen standing at a port, and the video ends with the superstar whistling. Powerhouse, which dropped on popular audio platform on the back of a cheeky promo video, has got fans talking about the Breaking Bad references in it. With the mentions of Say My Name and You're Goddamn Right, the song is a small nod to the popular crime drama. In several instances, Lokesh Kanagaraj has expressed his admiration for crime shows such as Breaking Bad and Peaky Blinders. Fans on social media also compared the song with the sensational-hit Hukum from Jailer (2023). Recently, the makers of Coolie released the second single from the movie. Titled 'Monica', the dance number features Pooja Hegde and Soubin. The song has a mention of Monica Bellucci, the well-known Italian actor. 'Chikitu Vibe', the fun track sung by veteran T Rajender, Anirudh and Arivu. Coolie said to be a standalone movie and not part of Lokesh's celebrated Lokesh Cinematic Universe. Shruti Haasan is also part of the movie. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth is shooting for Jailer 2, a sequel to the 2023 blockbuster Jailer, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Deepikas way of taking advice from husband Ranveer screams fun; check post
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 22 (ANI): Deepika Padukone has offered a glimpse into her adorable equation with her husband, actor Ranveer Singh. Taking to her Instagram story, Deepika shared a hilarious meme post about a husband-and-wife duo that has everyone's attention. "Me phoning my husband to ask his opinion about something I've already decided, but I want him to be involved in the decision in case something goes wrong," the meme read. The 'Piku' star tagged her husband in the story, adding smiling face emojis. The post joins the list of many memes that the actress often shares on Instagram. In a previous story, she revealed Ranveer Singh's phone habits with a hilarious picture that featured a pigeon walking erratically in the same place. The 'Dhurandhar' actor also makes sure to drop special mentions for his wife. He recently expressed pride, offering an emotional tribute to Deepika after she received her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star couple recently entered a new phase of their lives as parents after welcoming their daughter, Dua, in September last year. "She is the Answer to our Prayers. Our hearts are filled with Love & Gratitude. Deepika & Ranveer," the couple wrote on Instagram. On the work front, Deepika Padukone recently joined Atlee's upcoming film with Allu Arjun in the lead. Backed by Sun Pictures, the film has been tentatively titled "AA22xA6." This marks the actress's first project with Allu Arjun, while it is her second with Atlee, as she previously worked with the director on 'Jawan,' which featured Shah Rukh Khan in the lead. Further details about the film are still unknown. Meanwhile, Ranveer Singh will be next seen in Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar.' The actor's first look was recently unveiled. The film is scheduled to release on December 5, 2025. (ANI)
