Rajinikanth's Coolie Sparks Frenzy: Fans Celebrate Film's Release Like a Cultural Event

On August 14, 2025, the release of Rajinikanth's latest film Coolie was not just a regular movie premiere, but a full-fledged cultural event. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the action-packed entertainer has taken the country by storm, with fans flocking to cinemas for early morning special shows, rallies, and even fireworks displays.

The film's pan-Indian release, including a wide rollout in North India, has ensured massive buzz beyond Tamil Nadu. Critics and audiences alike are hailing Rajinikanth's electrifying screen presence, Lokesh Kanagaraj's whistle-worthy screenplay, and the adrenaline-pumping action sequences. Adding to the frenzy, Amazon Prime Video has snapped up Coolie's OTT rights for a record Rs 120 crore, one of the biggest digital deals in Tamil cinema to date.

The 8-week gap before Coolie's streaming debut is designed to maximize theatrical collections while ensuring huge numbers for its digital premiere during the Dussehra weekend. Starring Rajinikanth alongside a talented ensemble cast, the film follows a former coolie union leader's quest to uncover the truth behind a friend's death, leading him deep into a dangerous crime syndicate.