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Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Security guard fails to recognise Shruti Haasan outside Coolie screening, stops her car: ‘I am the heroine'
A video of actor Shruti Haasan is going viral on social media. The video shows her being denied entry to a theatre in Chennai. On August 14, Shruti drove to a theatre to watch her recently released film Coolie. However, the guard stationed at the gate stopped her car and denied her entry. Despite an interaction with her, he failed to recognise her. This prompted Shruti to introduce herself to him in the funniest way. In the video, Shruti can be seen sitting on the passenger seat in the car, when she was stopped at the main gate of Vettri Theater in Chennai. She was accompanied by her friends. On being stopped, Shruti says in Tamil, 'I am in the movie, please allow me to enter, brother.' When the guard looked unconvinced, she added, 'I am the heroine, sir.' This leaves everybody in the car in splits, with the guard finally letting them in. My man Raayal over performed his duty 🫡 😆 Hilarious moment 😝 Thanks for being with us @shrutihaasan mam … Hope you enjoyed the show !!!#CoolieFDFS in #Vettri Video credits – Yungraja — Rakesh Gowthaman (@VettriTheatres) August 15, 2025 ALSO READ | Malaika Arora says people 'pointed fingers' at her, called her 'selfish' after divorce from Arbaaz Khan: 'Co-parenting isn't easy' The video was later re-shared by the proprietor of the theater Rakesh Gowthaman on his X handle. He wrote, 'My man Raayal over performed his duty. Hilarious moment. Thanks for being with us Shruti Haasan mam… Hope you enjoyed the show!' Shruti's reaction won hearts online. A user wrote, 'This is so cute.' Another used wrote, 'Super Shruti.' Several others dropped laughing emojis in the comments section. Coolie is headlined by Rajinikanth. The film also stars Telugu actor Nagarjuna, Malayalam actor Soubin Shahir, Kannada actor Upendra, and Bollywood actor Aamir Khan in important roles. The film also features actors Sathyaraj and Pooja Hegde. Rajinikanth's action-thriller film, directed by Leo fame Lokesh Kanagaraj, has earned Rs 118.50 crore in India in two days. The film opened at Rs 65 crore in India, followed by Rs 53.5 crore on Friday, according to industry tracker Sacnilk.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shruti Haasan Stopped By Theatre Security During Coolie FDFS: ‘I'm The Heroine, Sir'
Shruti Haasan hilariously had to prove she's the heroine of Coolie after a security guard stopped her from entering a Chennai theatre. Actor Shruti Haasan had a rather amusing start to the first day, first show of Coolie in Chennai. The actress, who stars in Lokesh Kanagaraj's latest directorial, was stopped by an overzealous security guard at the entrance of the theatre and had to convince him that she was indeed part of the film. The funny moment was captured by Shruti's friend, rapper Yung Raja, who later shared it on Instagram stories. The video quickly spread across social media, delighting fans and theatre owners alike. Shruti Pleads With Guard: 'I'm the Heroine, Sir' In the viral clip, Shruti is seen sitting in a car with friends on her way to catch Coolie in Chennai. As they attempted to enter the venue, a security guard stopped them, seemingly unaware of who she was. Shruti responded with laughter, politely telling him, 'I'm in the movie. Please allow me, anna (brother). I am the heroine, sir," leaving everyone around her in splits. The guard eventually allowed her entry after the humorous exchange. Vettri Theatres proprietor Rakesh Gowthaman also reshared the video on X (formerly Twitter), calling the moment a result of his staff's 'overperforming' duties. He wrote, 'My man Raayal over performed his duty. Hilarious moment. Thanks for being with us @shrutihaasan mam… Hope you enjoyed the show!!! #CoolieFDFS in #Vettri." Fans loved Shruti's lightheartedness in the situation. One user commented, 'I love the way she calls Sir, respect towards people." Another quipped, 'Shruti Haasan – Heroine ❌ Audience ✅." Many others noted how endearing it was that she addressed the guard respectfully despite the confusion. Coolie's Mega Release In Coolie, Shruti plays Preethi alongside an ensemble cast featuring Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Upendra, and Aamir Khan. Produced by Sun Pictures, the film features music composed by Anirudh Ravichander. Released on August 14, the Rajinikanth-starrer clashed with Ayan Mukerji's War 2 at the box office. Despite the competition, Coolie made an impressive ₹150 crore worldwide on its opening day, cementing its status as a blockbuster. While Shruti may not have expected to justify her presence at her own film's screening, the viral moment added to the celebratory buzz around Coolie. Fans continue to share the clip widely, enjoying the mix of hilarity and humility from the actress. First Published: August 15, 2025, 21:01 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.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘Overperforming' security guard stops Shruti Haasan from going into Chennai theatre for Coolie: ‘I'm the heroine sir!'
Actor Shruti Haasan went to the theatres in Chennai on Thursday to catch the first day, first show of her film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. While the actor was excited to make her way inside, she first had to hilariously plead her case to an overzealous security guard who stopped her from going in. (Also Read: Shruti Haasan on standing out in a Rajinikanth film like Coolie; discussing acting with dad Kamal Haasan) Shruti Haasan's friend, rapper Yung Raja, posted a video of how they were stopped by a security guard. Shruti Haasan stopped by security at theatre In a video posted by Singaporean-Tamil rapper Yung Raja on his Instagram stories, Shruti is seen sitting in a car and trying to go to a show of Coolie with her friends. A security guard stops them from entering, seemingly not recognising her. Shruti hilariously tells the guard, 'I'm in the movie. Please allow me, anna (brother). I am the heroine, sir,' cracking up everyone with her. The security eventually let them inside. Rakesh Gowthaman, proprietor of Vettri Theatres in Chennai, re-shared the video on X (formerly Twitter), mentioning in the caption that their security 'overperformed' his duty. He captioned it, 'My man Raayal over performed his duty. Hilarious moment. Thanks for being with us @shrutihaasan mam... Hope you enjoyed the show!!! #CoolieFDFS in #Vettri.' People thought it was funny and sweet that Shruti had to plead her case. One fan wrote on Instagram, 'I love the way she calls Sir, respect towards people.' Another joked, 'Shruti Haasan - Heroine (cross emoji) Audience (tick emoji).' A fan even wrote, 'Anna is like: No more free tickets.' A fan commented, 'Andha anna romba strict nga (That brother is very strict).' Many also wrote it's 'cute' how she was respectful in the scenario. About Coolie Shruti played Preethi in Coolie, which also stars Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Upendra and Aamir Khan. The film is produced by Sun Pictures and has music composed by Anirudh Ravichander. It was released in theatres on 14 August and clashed with Ayan Mukerji's War 2. It made ₹150 crore worldwide on its opening day.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Shruti Haasan stopped at Chennai theater during Coolie release and her reaction will leave you in splits
Actress Shruti Haasan was briefly stopped by security while arriving at Vettri Theatres in Chennai to watch the first show of Coolie on August 14. A short video of the moment has gone viral, showing the actor and her friends laughing as a security guard checks their car. The clip has been widely shared and has prompted smiles across social media. What happened at Vettri Theatres As Shruti and her friends tried to drive into the theatre premises, the security guard Raayal halted their car at the gate. In the video, credited to Yungraja and shared by Vettri Theatres proprietor Rakesh Gowthaman, Shruti can be heard saying, 'I'm in the movie. Please allow me, anna. I'm the heroine sir.' Her friends burst into laughter, and so did viewers online. Rakesh wrote in his caption, 'My man Raayal overperformed his duty. Hilarious moment. Thanks for being with us @shrutihaasan you enjoyed the show!!!' Here's why the video is getting attention The clip is short and light-hearted. Fans enjoy seeing stars react like everyone else. Shruti's playful line, 'I'm the heroine sir', and the genuine laughter make the video shareable. The guard's routine check turned into a charming moment that humanised both the star and the security staff. The easy humour has helped the video spread quickly across platforms. Shruti Haasan plays Preethi in Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film's ensemble includes Rajinikanth and Soubin Shahir. Shruti has been receiving positive notices for her performance. Fans praised her scenes, and many shared clips from the premiere alongside the Vettri entry video. The viral moment added to the buzz around the film's opening. Outside Coolie, Shruti is set to make her international debut with the psychological thriller The Eye. She is also part of Salaar: Part 2- Shouryanga Parvam.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I'm in the movie, anna': Shruti Haasan's hilarious reaction as security stops her at theatre
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actor Shruti Haasan found herself in a hilarious situation on August 14 when she arrived at Chennai's Vettri Theatres to watch the first show of her latest release, 'Coolie'. Accompanied by friends, Shruti's car was halted at the theatre gate by security staff — who apparently didn't recognize her. In a video now going viral, the actor can be heard telling the guard with mock seriousness, 'I'm in the movie. Please allow me, anna. I'm the heroine, sir.' The moment sent her friends into fits of laughter and has since delighted fans online. A security guard's 'over-performance' becomes internet gold Coolie | Song - I Am The Danger (Lyrical) The clip, filmed by Yungraja and shared by Vettri Theatres' proprietor Rakesh Gowthaman, credited the guard, identified as Raayal, for 'over-performing his duty.' Even as the unexpected stop delayed her entry, Shruti played along with the humour, flashing her trademark wit. In 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Shruti plays Preethi alongside superstar Rajinikanth , Soubin Shahir, and an ensemble cast. Her performance has already been widely appreciated by audiences and critics. 'Coolie' roars past Rs 76 crore in two days While Shruti's entry into the theatre turned into a viral moment, the bigger story is 'Coolie's phenomenal box office run. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dementia Has Been Linked To a Common Habit. Do You Do It? Memory Health Click Here Undo As reported by the Sacnilk website, the film opened to a thunderous response on August 14, raking in an estimated Rs 65 crore net on Day 1 across all languages. Tamil screenings dominated with Rs 45 crore, followed by Telugu at Rs 15 crore, Hindi at Rs 4.5 crore, and Kannada at Rs 50 lakh. On Day 2 (August 15), the film added another Rs 11.78 crore, taking its two-day total to nearly Rs 76.78 crore as per the early estimates. On the other hand, there are also mixed reviews pouring in for the Rajinikanth starrer. The movie is expected to mint more numbers. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
