Popular Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj is all set for the release of his big-budget film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, and Upendra Rao. The film will hit theatres on August 14, 2025, and is already creating a lot of buzz due to its huge cast and high production value.
Lokesh Kanagaraj Justifies ₹50 Crore Coolie Salary
In a recent interview, Lokesh Kanagaraj talked about his salary for Coolie. He said he deserves the ₹50 crore he is being paid because of the hard work and responsibility he has taken for the film. He added that the movie’s budget is around ₹400 crore, and with such a big film, comes big pressure. He also mentioned that he worked on this project for two full years, and that his earnings would help his family and friends, whom he couldn’t spend much time with during this busy period.
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Interestingly, Lokesh also shared his personal routine after a film’s release. He said that once Coolie is out, he plans to travel to Bali with his school friends for a few days. He wants to avoid reading reviews and checking box office numbers immediately. He believes in letting the audience decide the film’s fate, and prefers to come back once the initial hype has passed.
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While he didn’t reveal how much Rajinikanth or Aamir Khan were being paid, Lokesh said that only three people truly worry about a film’s success the hero, the director, and the producer. According to him, their names are most at stake if the film fails.
With a star-studded cast and Lokesh’s successful track record (like Leo), Coolie is expected to have a massive opening. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what this action-packed entertainer has to offer. Lokesh’s honesty and confidence have only increased the excitement around the film.
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