Coolie has arrived with a bang at the global box office. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Rajinikanth, this high-octane mass entertainer is rewriting box office history with record-breaking numbers. The film, produced by Sun Pictures, opened to a phenomenal response both in India and overseas, becoming one of the highest-grossing Tamil openers of all time.
On its opening day, Coolie achieved an earth-shattering start, collecting over ₹100 crore overseas and ₹50 crore in India alone. The film’s total of ₹159.50 crore worldwide has set a new benchmark for Indian cinema, especially considering War 2—starring Hrithik Roshan and marking Jr NTR’s Bollywood debut—also hit theatres the same day.
Learn more: War 2 vs Coolie: Pre-Release Box Office Battle
Coolie Box Office Collection – Day-wise Breakdown
| Day | India Net (₹ Cr) | India Gross (₹ Cr) | Overseas (₹ Cr) | Worldwide Total (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 50.25 | 59.00 | 60.50 | 119.50 |
Note: The above figures are estimates based on trade sources, automated data crawlers, and publicly available information. Actual numbers may vary slightly.
Coolie Cast & Crew
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Director & Writer | Lokesh Kanagaraj |
| Producer | Kalanithi Maran (Sun Pictures) |
| Lead Actor | Rajinikanth (as Deva) |
| Supporting Cast | Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Aamir Khan (Cameo) |
| Music Director | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Cinematographer | Girish Gangadharan |
| Editor | Philomin Raj |
| Budget | ₹350–400 crore |
Coolie Review – A True Mass Entertainer
Performance & Screen Presence
Rajinikanth delivers a power-packed performance, effortlessly blending style, charisma, and mass appeal. His screen presence in Coolie is reminiscent of his classic blockbuster days, but with a modern Lokesh Kanagaraj twist.
Direction & Storytelling
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s direction is sharp, balancing high-octane action sequences with whistle-worthy dialogues. The screenplay is engaging, keeping audiences hooked from start to finish.
Music & Technical Excellence
Anirudh Ravichander’s background score and songs are already trending, enhancing the cinematic experience. The action choreography and cinematography bring a pan-Indian, almost international, scale to the film.
Why Coolie Is Dominating the Box Office
Record-breaking bookings worth ₹100 crore+ globally before release.
Strong overseas pull due to Rajinikanth’s unmatched stardom in Asian, Gulf, and Western markets.
Festive release timing, boosting family and repeat audiences.
Positive word-of-mouth and high critical ratings.
Coolie – Official Hindi Trailer
Deva Countdown Starts! The most-anticipated #CoolieTrailer is out now!🔥😎
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— Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) August 2, 2025
Final Verdict
Coolie is more than just a movie—it’s a celebration of Rajinikanth’s superstar legacy and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s blockbuster-making skills. If early trends hold, it could cross the ₹1000 crore worldwide mark in its lifetime run, cementing itself as one of the biggest Indian films ever made.
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