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News18
4 hours ago
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Coolie Box Office: Rajinikanth's Film Earns Rs 250 Crore Before Release, Beats Vijay's Leo
Last Updated: Reportedly, Coolie has already earned Rs 30 crore from its advance bookings overseas. Rajinikanth's Coolie is one of the most anticipated films of the year, and it appears to be all set to dominate the box office. While bookings for the film are already open, it has now been reported that Lokesh Kanagaraj's directorial has also earned Rs 250 crore already. How? Let's find out: Coolie Earns Rs 250 Crore Even Before Release? If a report by Pinkvilla is to be believed, the Rajinikanth starrer, which has been made on a massive budget of Rs 375 crore, has already earned close to Rs 250 crore from the sale of its international, digital, music, and satellite rights. Reportedly, the film's international rights have been sold for Rs 68 crore. This means that the Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial has scored the second biggest deal of all time for a Tamil film. Coolie Rules International Market, Beats Leo Another report by Sacnilk claims that Coolie has already earned Rs 30 crore from its advance bookings overseas. With this, the film is likely to achieve the biggest opening for a Tamil film in the international markets, surpassing Thalapathy Vijay's Leo. Interestingly, Leo was also directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and had collected Rs 66 crore on its opening day from overseas territories in 2023. Will Coolie Have Early Morning Shows? In Kerala and Karnataka, select theatres will kick off early screenings as soon as 6 am on August 14. However, in Tamil Nadu, fans will have to wait until 9 am for the first show due to local regulations. The Tamil Nadu government has prohibited early morning screenings ever since a fan tragically lost his life during the first-day-first-show of Thunivu in 2023. As a result, theatres across the state have confirmed that Coolie will not be screened before 9 am. The film has also been given an 'A' certificate by the Censor Board, restricting entry to viewers aged 18 and above. Several cinemas have already issued public disclaimers to ensure audiences are aware. Apart from Rajinikanth, Coolie also stars stalwarts from the Indian film industry like Nagarjuna, Sathyaraj, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir and Shruti Haasan in pivotal roles. First Published: August 09, 2025, 08:31 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.
Mint
2 days ago
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- Mint
Rajinikanth's Coolie ticket booking: First shows in Kerala and Karnataka at 6 am, Tamil Nadu at 9 am
Superstar Rajinikanth is all set to hit the big screen with his much-awaited film, Coolie. Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, Coolie will release in theatres on August 14. Reportedly, the advance booking for the film has now begun but in selected theatres across few locations. According to a report of India Today, Coolie will have early shows in Kerala and Karnataka, starting at 6 am. On the other hand, reportedly Tamil Nadu's first show will begin at 9 am. This decision comes after the state government cancelled all early morning shows following the death of a fan during the first day first show of Thunivu in 2023. For Kerala, Coolie bookings are said to begin at 10.30 am on Friday, 8 August. It is believed that only selected theatres will have early morning shows of Coolie at 6 am on opening day, shared the film trade analyst Sreedhar Pillai on X, formerly Twitter. Coolie has received an A certificate from the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Reportedly, several theatres across Tamil Nadu have put up disclaimers for the Rajinikanth-starrer. Viewers who are 18 and above will only be allowed in theatres. He posted on X, formerly Twitter, 'Even before booking in TN starts for #Coolie, multiplexe majors PVR INOX and AGS Cinemas have announced that the film is (A) certified and those below 18 will not be allowed! Age proof at the entrance in case if the ushers have any doubt!' Coolie is expected to have a massive opening day in India and worldwide. The film has reportedly secured a censor clearance without any edits in the UK. The earliest show in the UK is set to kick off at 12:30 am local time, which translates to 5:00 am IST. Meanwhile, in Dubai, the film is said to begin screening at 9:30 am IST. With the growing buzz around the Coolie, additional early morning shows are expected to be added soon. The same report of India Today also mentioned that Coolie has grossed $2 million in advance sales. Of this, a significant $1.3 million has come from the North American market alone. Coolie advance booking sales in North America. The film's distributor in the region, Prathyangira Cinemas, shared that over 50,000 tickets have already been sold. Coolie advance booking ticket sales in North America. Besides Rajinikanth in the lead, Coolie also stars Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Aamir Khan, and Shruti Haasan. Coolie will clash with War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, at the box office.
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Rajinikanth is back! 'Coolie' bookings open, first shows to start at 5 am
The countdown has begun for one of the biggest cinematic showdowns of the year — Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' vs Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2'. With less than a week to go, the box office buzz is heating up, and advance bookings for 'Coolie' are officially live. Select theatres have already opened bookings, with more expected to follow in the coming days. As expected from a Rajini-starrer, demand is soaring — especially in the South. Early morning shows will kick off at 6 am in Kerala and Karnataka, while Tamil Nadu will begin screenings at 9 am, setting the stage for a massive opening. When will 'Coolie' advance bookings begin in India? According to regional distributor HM Associates, Coolie pre-sales in Kerala will begin on August 8. Early tracking data on Sacnilk indicates that Coolie has established a strong lead in North America, where advance sales have already surpassed one million dollars. It has also sold over 20,000 tickets in the UK, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Gulf countries. In total, Coolie's pre-sales abroad had surpassed $2 million. Coolie Movie Tickets Advance Booking India Today reports that Coolie's early shows in Tamil Nadu will start at 9 am, while those in Kerala and Karnataka will start at 6 am. Additionally, it says that following a fan's death during the 2023 "Thunivu" first-day premiere, the Tamil Nadu government has cancelled the early morning performances. As a result, Coolie's first performance in the state will only start at 9 in the morning. Meanwhile, in the United Kingdom, 'Coolie' has been cleared by the censor board with zero cuts. The first overseas screening is scheduled for 12:30 AM BST (5 AM IST), making it one of the earliest shows worldwide. According to a TOI report, Coolie advance bookings have begun, and the overall number of reservations in North America has surpassed USD 1.12 million. Additionally, a trading expert and analyst posted on X (previously Twitter) about Coolie advance booking. Overall, Coolie pre-sales have surpassed $2 million internationally, according to box office tracking website Sacnilk. About 'Coolie' Cast Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan are the main cast members of Coolie. In supporting roles are Rachita Ram, Monisha Blessy, Kanna Ravi, Junior MGR, Reba Monica John, and Kaali Venkat. In the movie, a shadowy figure confronts a dishonest organisation that takes advantage of and mistreats the labourers in a port town. After Jailer (2023), the next Tamil thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj is being hailed as megastar Rajinikanth's major release this year.
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Coolie advance booking: Kerala shows to begin at 6 am, Tamil Nadu shows at 9 am
It's less than a week for the biggest clash of this year - 'Coolie' vs 'War 2'! As we all gear up to see the box office clash, the advance bookings for Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' have begun. With selected theatres opened and many more to open in the coming days, it is expected to set the box office on fire. Early shows in Kerala and Karnataka will begin at 6 am, while shows in Tamil Nadu will begin at 9 booking for 'Coolie' in Kerala will begin at 10.30 am tomorrow, August 8. Selected theatres will screen the film at 6 am on August 14 amid heightened the post: The Tamil Nadu government has cancelled the early morning shows after the death of a fan during the 'Thunivu' FDFS (first-day first-show) in 2023. Hence, the first show in the state will begin only at 9 am. The film has been given an A certificate by the Censor Board of Film theatres in Tamil Nadu have already put out clear disclaimers that people who are below 18 years will not be allowed inside the theatre halls. In the United Kingdom, the film has been censored without any cuts. The first show will begin at 12.30 am (5 am IST). At the time of publishing the copy, Dubai had listed 9.30 am (IST) shows for 'Coolie'. One can expect early shows to be added in the days to come. According to early trade reports, 'Coolie' has already raked in $2 million in pre-sales with $1.3 million from North America alone. Prathyangira Cinemas, who is distributing the film in North America, announced that over 50,000 tickets have been sold as of now. With the current advance booking numbers, 'Coolie' is expected to have a massive opening not just in India but across the globe. With an ensemble cast from different film industries, including Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Aamir Khan and Shruti Haasan, among others, there are huge expectations among audiences across the 'Coolie' become the first Rs 1,000-crore grosser in Kollywood? Only time will tell.- EndsMust Watch
News18
2 days ago
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Rajinikanth's Coolie To Open With 6 AM Shows In Kerala, 9 AM In Tamil Nadu
Rajinikanth's Coolie starts advance bookings ahead of its big box office clash with War 2. Shows begin at 6 am in Kerala and Karnataka, 9 am in Tamil Nadu. The countdown is on for one of the biggest box office battles of the year, and it's already heating up. With just days to go before the release of Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', cinemas have started opening advance bookings – and the response has been massive. Set to go head-to-head with War 2, the action-packed star vehicle is pulling in big numbers even before it hits screens. Select theatres in Kerala and Karnataka will begin screening 'Coolie' with early shows starting as early as 6 am on August 14, while audiences in Tamil Nadu will have to wait until 9 am, due to local restrictions. The Tamil Nadu government has barred early morning screenings following a fan's death during the first-day-first-show of 'Thunivu' in 2023. As a result, theatres in the state have confirmed they will not start shows before 9 am. Adding to that, Coolie has been awarded an A certificate by the Censor Board, meaning under-18s won't be allowed in. Several cinemas have already issued disclaimers making this clear to audiences. Meanwhile, Kerala bookings open tomorrow (August 8) at 10.30 am, with selected halls lined up for the early 6 am show. Across the border, bookings are expected to expand over the coming days as demand grows. Internationally, the buzz is just as strong. In the UK, the film has been cleared with no cuts by the censors, with the first screening locked in for 12.30 am BST (5 am IST). Over in Dubai, listings already show a 9.30 am IST screening, with more expected to roll out soon. Early numbers are already coming in – and they're big. 'Coolie' has reportedly pulled in $2 million in pre-sales, with $1.3 million from North America alone. Distributor Prathyangira Cinemas revealed that over 50,000 tickets have been snapped up in that region, signalling a blockbuster opening on the horizon. With a star-studded cast including Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, and Shruti Haasan, the film is drawing attention from fans across India and overseas. 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.
