Rajinikanth’s latest film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has made history at the box office. On its very first day, the movie earned around ₹150 crore worldwide, becoming the biggest opening ever for a Tamil film. This incredible start has also broken the previous record set by Leo.
Rajinikanth’s Coolie Earns ₹150 Crore on Opening
In India, the movie collected nearly ₹65 crore across different languages on Day 1. From Tamil Nadu alone, it made ₹28–30 crore. Andhra Pradesh and Telangana brought in ₹16–18 crore, Karnataka ₹14–15 crore, and Kerala ₹10 crore. The overseas markets gave a huge boost with ₹75 crore, showing Rajinikanth’s global fan power.
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The release of Coolie was timed perfectly, just before the Independence Day weekend. This has helped it draw massive crowds, and experts believe the coming days will see even bigger numbers.
The film is special not just for its earnings, but also because it celebrates 50 years of Rajinikanth’s legendary career. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj has mixed action, drama, and nostalgia to create a movie that fans are calling a celebration. The cast is also star-studded, with big names like Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and Soubin Shahir joining Rajinikanth. Trade experts say that having so many stars has brought in audiences from across India.
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Even though Coolie clashed with the much-awaited War 2 starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, it still managed to sell over 12 lakh tickets in advance, earning more than ₹100 crore before release. This shows Rajinikanth’s unmatched dominance at the box office.
The movie’s climax has been a major talking point, with a surprise cameo by Aamir Khan and unexpected twists that fans are loving. Reviews have been mixed, but the audience turnout proves that Coolie is “critic-proof.”
With a long holiday weekend ahead and Independence Day celebrations adding to the excitement, Coolie is expected to continue breaking records and could become one of the biggest blockbusters in Tamil cinema history. For Rajinikanth fans, this film is more than just entertainment; it’s a grand tribute to their superstar’s 50 years in the industry.
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