The much-anticipated ‘Coolie’ movie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to take the Indian film industry by storm. The film features Superstar Rajinikanth and King Nagarjuna in key roles, with Nagarjuna stepping into a negative role for the first time. At the movie’s pre-release event, Nagarjuna shared his excitement about playing the character of Simon, describing the experience of portraying a villain as “wonderful” and “new.” He was quick to acknowledge his respect for Rajinikanth, with whom he shares a long history in the industry. Nagarjuna expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with Rajinikanth and highlighted their memorable collaboration in the film.
Nagarjuna also shared the creative process behind his role, noting how director Lokesh Kanagaraj worked closely with him to mold the character of Simon into something fresh and engaging. According to Nagarjuna, he initially had doubts about playing such a role but was eventually convinced by Lokesh’s vision. The character of Simon is almost like a hero, yet with an edge that sets him apart from traditional villainous roles. Nagarjuna mentioned that Rajinikanth’s input and guidance during their time together on set were invaluable, particularly the fact that Rajinikanth remains dedicated to his craft, continuing to practice his lines and hone his skills despite his immense success. The two veteran actors shared several moments on set, strengthening the camaraderie between them.
Superstar Rajinikanth, in a special video byte, also expressed his excitement for the film’s release. He mentioned that ‘Coolie’ was a significant project in his career, likening Lokesh Kanagaraj’s direction to that of Rajamouli in Telugu cinema. Rajinikanth praised the work done by the entire cast, especially Nagarjuna, for his dynamic performance in the negative role. He fondly recollected his interactions with Nagarjuna on set, remarking how Nagarjuna’s dedication to his craft made him an even more impressive actor.
Apart from Rajinikanth and Nagarjuna, ‘Coolie’ features a stellar cast, including Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, and a special appearance by Amir Khan. Nagarjuna acknowledged the brilliant performances of his co-stars and lauded Anirudh Ravi Chandran for the film’s fantastic background score and music. The film, produced by Sun Pictures, is set to release on August 14, 2025, and is expected to create a massive buzz among audiences worldwide.
The pre-release event also saw heartfelt tributes from the producers, directors, and cast members. Suresh Babu, one of the producers, expressed his admiration for Lokesh Kanagaraj’s work on films like ‘Kaithi’ and ‘Vikram’, which have revolutionized the action genre. He acknowledged how Nagarjuna’s role in ‘Coolie’ was unlike anything the audience had seen before and expressed confidence in the movie’s success. Other cast members, including Shruti Haasan, also expressed their excitement for being a part of such a high-profile project.
‘Coolie’ is a movie that blends action, thrills, and drama, with performances that promise to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film is expected to be a massive hit, breaking records across various markets. The film’s grand production values, coupled with stellar performances, particularly Nagarjuna’s villainous role, have created a lot of anticipation. Fans of Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, and Lokesh Kanagaraj are eagerly waiting for ‘Coolie’ to hit theaters on August 14, 2025.
