🏆 Kollywood Box Office Records

Movies that crossed major collection milestones

Tamil Box Office Records Summary

Movies Above 100 Cr

35

Highest Collection

691.00 Cr

Average Collection

250.28 Cr

Current Milestone

100 Cr+

Collection Milestones

2.0 Poster

2.0

WW:₹691Cr
Net:₹519Cr
Gross:₹519Cr
Overseas:₹172Cr
Budget:₹543Cr
🎖 ✅ Below Average
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Leo Poster

Leo

WW:₹606Cr
Net:₹402Cr
Gross:₹402Cr
Overseas:₹204Cr
Budget:₹250Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Jailer Poster

Jailer

WW:₹605Cr
Net:₹409Cr
Gross:₹409Cr
Overseas:₹196Cr
Budget:₹200Cr
🎖 ✅ All Time Blockbuster
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Ponniyin Selvan - Part 1 Poster

Ponniyin Selvan - Part 1

WW:₹488Cr
Net:₹313Cr
Gross:₹313Cr
Overseas:₹175Cr
Budget:₹250Cr
🎖 ✅ All Time Blockbuster
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The Greatest of All Time Poster

The Greatest of All Time

WW:₹457Cr
Net:₹297Cr
Gross:₹297Cr
Overseas:₹160Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Hit
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Vikram Poster

Vikram

WW:₹414Cr
Net:₹289Cr
Gross:₹289Cr
Overseas:₹125Cr
Budget:₹120Cr
🎖 ✅ All Time Blockbuster
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Ponniyin Selvan - Part 2 Poster

Ponniyin Selvan - Part 2

WW:₹345Cr
Net:₹215Cr
Gross:₹215Cr
Overseas:₹130Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Hit
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Amaran Poster

Amaran

WW:₹334Cr
Net:₹254Cr
Gross:₹254Cr
Overseas:₹80Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Varisu Poster

Varisu

WW:₹298Cr
Net:₹209Cr
Gross:₹209Cr
Overseas:₹89Cr
Budget:₹200Cr
🎖 ✅ None
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Bigil Poster

Bigil

WW:₹295Cr
Net:₹201Cr
Gross:₹201Cr
Overseas:₹94Cr
Budget:₹180Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Vettaiyan Poster

Vettaiyan

WW:₹254Cr
Net:₹172Cr
Gross:₹172Cr
Overseas:₹82Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ None
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Sarkar Poster

Sarkar

WW:₹252Cr
Net:₹182Cr
Gross:₹182Cr
Overseas:₹70Cr
Budget:₹115Cr
🎖 ✅ Hit
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Good Bad Ugly Poster

Good Bad Ugly

WW:₹248Cr
Net:₹181Cr
Gross:₹181Cr
Overseas:₹68Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Hit
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Darbar Poster

Darbar

WW:₹248Cr
Net:₹174Cr
Gross:₹174Cr
Overseas:₹74Cr
Budget:₹200Cr
🎖 ✅ Average
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Petta Poster

Petta

WW:₹233Cr
Net:₹159Cr
Gross:₹159Cr
Overseas:₹74Cr
Budget:₹160Cr
🎖 ✅ Hit
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Master Poster

Master

WW:₹223Cr
Net:₹179Cr
Gross:₹179Cr
Overseas:₹44Cr
Budget:₹135Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Beast Poster

Beast

WW:₹217Cr
Net:₹152Cr
Gross:₹152Cr
Overseas:₹65Cr
Budget:₹150Cr
🎖 ✅ Above Average
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Viswasam Poster

Viswasam

WW:₹204Cr
Net:₹161Cr
Gross:₹161Cr
Overseas:₹43Cr
Budget:₹90Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Thunivu Poster

Thunivu

WW:₹200Cr
Net:₹144Cr
Gross:₹144Cr
Overseas:₹56Cr
Budget:₹200Cr
🎖 ✅ None
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Maharaja Poster

Maharaja

WW:₹199Cr
Net:₹84Cr
Gross:₹84Cr
Overseas:₹116Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Annaatthe Poster

Annaatthe

WW:₹172Cr
Net:₹124Cr
Gross:₹124Cr
Overseas:₹48Cr
Budget:₹180Cr
🎖 ✅ Below Average
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Valimai Poster

Valimai

WW:₹165Cr
Net:₹124Cr
Gross:₹124Cr
Overseas:₹41Cr
Budget:₹150Cr
🎖 ✅ Average
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Raayan Poster

Raayan

WW:₹154Cr
Net:₹111Cr
Gross:₹111Cr
Overseas:₹44Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Dragon Poster

Dragon

WW:₹152Cr
Net:₹119Cr
Gross:₹119Cr
Overseas:₹33Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Indian 2 Poster

Indian 2

WW:₹149Cr
Net:₹96Cr
Gross:₹96Cr
Overseas:₹53Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ None
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Vidaamuyarchi Poster

Vidaamuyarchi

WW:₹136Cr
Net:₹96Cr
Gross:₹96Cr
Overseas:₹40Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Flop
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Kanchana 3 Poster

Kanchana 3

WW:₹130Cr
Net:₹115Cr
Gross:₹115Cr
Overseas:₹15Cr
Budget:₹40Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Nerkonda Paarvai Poster

Nerkonda Paarvai

WW:₹127Cr
Net:₹102Cr
Gross:₹102Cr
Overseas:₹25Cr
Budget:₹50Cr
🎖 ✅ SuperHit
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Thiruchitrambalam Poster

Thiruchitrambalam

WW:₹117Cr
Net:₹90Cr
Gross:₹90Cr
Overseas:₹27Cr
Budget:₹35Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Vaathi/SIR Poster

Vaathi/SIR

WW:₹116Cr
Net:₹91Cr
Gross:₹91Cr
Overseas:₹25Cr
Budget:₹35Cr
🎖 ✅ SuperHit
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Don Poster

Don

WW:₹114Cr
Net:₹91Cr
Gross:₹91Cr
Overseas:₹23Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Kaithi Poster

Kaithi

WW:₹107Cr
Net:₹87Cr
Gross:₹87Cr
Overseas:₹20Cr
Budget:₹25Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Kanguva Poster

Kanguva

WW:₹107Cr
Net:₹83Cr
Gross:₹83Cr
Overseas:₹24Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ None
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Mark Antony Poster

Mark Antony

WW:₹104Cr
Net:₹85Cr
Gross:₹85Cr
Overseas:₹19Cr
Budget:₹1Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Doctor Poster

Doctor

WW:₹101Cr
Net:₹81Cr
Gross:₹81Cr
Overseas:₹20Cr
Budget:₹35Cr
🎖 ✅ Blockbuster
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Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie Advance Booking Starts On A Blockbuster Note In India Kollywood

Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie Advance Booking Starts On A Blockbuster Note In India

Chennai, August 8 - After the excellent response overseas, the advance booking of superstar Rajinikanth's highly-awaited gangster action thriller Coolie has kicked off on a blockbuster note in the domestic market too, proving the huge buzz it carries. ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the pre-sales of Coolie have already begun in Kerala, and the initial response is nothing short of extraordinary. As I type this, the movie has already sold nearly 200K tickets worth over 3 crore gross in Kerala, and the number is increasing rapidly. In the early hours, it sold 50K tickets per hour. ## Once the all-India booking commences, expect Coolie to sell over 100K tickets per hour as the hype is real. Still early days, but the initial response shows that the film might take the biggest openings in Kerala, and if the same momentum continues, the movie has the potential to break records for a Tamil title. ## As said, the overseas bookings for Coolie are excellent and are nearing 30 crores gross for the opening day. Trade predicts that it is heading to take the biggest opening for a Tamil title in the international markets, beating Thalapathy Vijay's Leo (66 crores). ## Produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie stars Rajinikanth in the lead, supported by a star-studded ensemble including Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and a special cameo by Aamir Khan. Music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, whose soundtrack has already become a rage among fans. The film is set for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14 and will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. ## Stay tuned...

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Rajinikanth's Coolie Overseas Advance Booking: Thalapathy Vijay's Leo Opening Day Record In Danger Kollywood

Rajinikanth's Coolie Overseas Advance Booking: Thalapathy Vijay's Leo Opening Day Record In Danger

Chennai, August 7 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj might just outdo himself at the overseas box office as his upcoming gangster action drama Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, is threatening to outgross the opening day record of his previous blockbuster, Leo, which starred Thalapathy Vijay in the leading role. ## The Rajinikanth-starrer is among the most anticipated Indian movies of the year, and the overseas pre-sales are proof of it. With huge hype around it, Coolie is showing great momentum in pre-sales and has already grossed around 25 crores for the opening day (including premiere), and there are still a week left for the release. ## In North America alone, the premiere pre-sales of Coolie have crossed a staggering $1.5 million with 7 days to go, and the film is now within striking distance of beating Rajinikanth's own Kabali, which holds the current record for the biggest Tamil premiere day in the region with $1.92 million. The film is also showing impressive trends in other key markets such as the UK, Malaysia, Australia, and the UAE. ## The overseas pre-sales of Coolie are on par with Thalapathy Vijay's Leo at the same time, and if the momentum continues, the Rajinikanth-starrer could emerge as the biggest Tamil opener outside India, beating Leo, which took the opening of around 66 crores gross. ## There is a fight for the screens going on as Coolie is competing with Yash Raj Films' War 2, which releases on the same day. Despite that, the Tamil blockbuster has taken a significant lead over the Bollywood tentpole in overseas pre-sales. ## The big question now is whether Coolie can match or exceed Leo's global opening of 143 crore. With the domestic clash with Yash Raj Films' hugely anticipated spy action thriller War 2 expected to impact collections in India, all eyes are on the overseas box office, where Rajinikanth’s magnetic pull could once again rewrite records. ## Stay tuned...

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Lokesh Kanagaraj Says Karthi Is the Reason for His Success As a Director, Promises Kaithi 2 Will Be a Huge Hit Kollywood

Lokesh Kanagaraj Says Karthi Is the Reason for His Success As a Director, Promises Kaithi 2 Will Be a Huge Hit

Chennai, August 6 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj is busy with the promotion of superstar Rajinikanth-fronted gangster action drama Coolie, one of the most awaited films of the year. As Lokesh navigates the excitement ahead of Coolie's release, the director is also looking forward to returning to his signature cinematic universe with the much-hyped sequel, Kaithi 2. ## During a recent interview, the filmmaker encountered a silly question when the interviewer asked him whether is regrets making Kaithi 2 after doing films with industry giants like Rajinikant, Vijay, and Kamal Haasan. Lokesh answered it sensibly while showing his huge admiration for actor Karthi, crediting him as the catalyst behind his rise as a successful director. ## "Karthi sir gave me my break. If I am here today, it's because of him. He trusted me when no one else would. Kaithi changed my life." The director reflected on how Kaithi (2019) became a turning point not just in his career but also in Tamil cinema, laying the foundation for the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). ## He added that Karthi's commitment, humility, and belief in his vision gave him the confidence to pursue bold storytelling styles. "Karthi never treated me like a newcomer. For me, he is a big star. He gave me complete freedom on Kaithi, and that faith still motivates me," Lokesh remarked. ## Lokesh Believes Kaithi 2 Will Be A Huge Hit ## As anticipation builds around the sequel Kaithi 2, Lokesh believes it will be one of his biggest hits. "Kaithi 2 will be a huge hit. I'm working very hard to make sure it lives up to the expectations. It will be bigger in scale, emotion, and action." He also confirmed that the script is nearing completion and that filming will begin after his current project with Rajinikanth (Coolie) wraps up. ## Kaithi 2 is the 4th film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe, after Kaithi Leo (2023), Vikram (2022), and Kaithi (2019). In one of the earlier interviews, Lokesh said that Kaithi 2 will be the peak LCU film in which characters from other films will have a crossover. It is expected to start rolling towards the end of this year and be released next year. ## Stay tuned...

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From First to Fastest Million Dollar Premiere Day: Superstar Rajinikanth Dominates North America Box Office With Kabali and Coolie Kollywood

From First to Fastest Million Dollar Premiere Day: Superstar Rajinikanth Dominates North America Box Office With Kabali and Coolie

Los Angeles, August 4 - Superstar Rajinikanth continues to rewrite box office history in North America. Nearly a decade after his 2016 blockbuster Kabali became the first Tamil film ever to earn $1 million on its premiere day, the legendary actor has now achieved yet another milestone with his upcoming film Coolie. ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie is going great guns at the North American box office and in the process, it has become the fastest Tamil film to hit the $1 million mark from premiere sales there, doing this before 12 days left for the premiere. There have been only four Tamil films to score $1 million premiere day in NA, with Thalapathy Vijay's Leo and director Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan - Part 1 being the other two.## This landmark achievement not only cements Rajinikanth's unshakable dominance overseas but also reflects the growing anticipation surrounding Coolie, which marks his first-ever collaboration with Lokesh, the mastermind behind recent Tamil blockbusters like Vikram and Leo. ## Not only Coolie become the fastest Tamil title to score $1 million in North America premiere, the action-packed gangster drama, backed by Sun Pictures, is also eyeing the biggest premiere day collection for a Tamil title there. Currently, Kabali has the record with $1.92 million, and Coolie is projected to breach $2 million mark. ## With Coolie reaching the million-dollar milestone in record time, Rajinikanth now holds both the first and fastest million-dollar premiere records for Tamil cinema in North America — a testament to his enduring global popularity and long-lasting legacy. As the film gears up for its theatrical release this Independence Day weekend, on August 14, expectations are sky-high for it to set new benchmarks at the global box office. ## Stay tuned...

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Rajinikanth, Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie' India Advance Booking Update Kollywood

Rajinikanth, Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie' India Advance Booking Update

Chennai, August 3 - The buzz surrounding superstar Rajinikanth's highly anticipated gangster action thriller Coolie is reaching a fever pitch as the film nears its grand release on August 14, 2025. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the trailer of Coolie was launched on August 2, featuring a vintage mass-action Rajini avatar. ## As the movie is only 11 days away from hitting the big screen, everyone wants to know when the advance booking will open in India. According to the latest update, the film's pre-sales will open on August 8 in Kerala state, as confirmed by regional distributor HM Associates. Given Rajinikanth’s massive fanbase in the state, exhibitors are preparing for packed shows and potential early sellouts. The rest of India pre-sales are also expected to open around this date. ## Meanwhile, the overseas bookings of Coolie are on a rampage mode, particularly in North America, where it has already crossed the impressive $1 million milestone for the premiere shows with 12 days still left. This indicates the film's box office potential in the international markets, due to the powerful collaborations. ## With Coolie set for a multilingual release, expectations are sky-high for it to dominate the Independence Day weekend box office in India. Early tracking shows that Coolie will easily take 100+ crores opening, but can it go further and score the biggest start for Tamil cinema, is the question to be answered. ## The film’s gritty tone, high-octane action, and throwback storytelling style have resonated well with fans online, while the unique blend of Rajini’s charisma and Lokesh's cinematic flair positions Coolie as a major event film. ## Produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie stars Rajinikanth in the lead, supported by a star-studded ensemble including Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and a special cameo by Aamir Khan. Music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, whose soundtrack has already become a rage among fans. The film is set for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14 and will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. ## Stay tuned...

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Coolie Trailer: Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna Set The Screen On Fire In Director Lokesh Kanagaraj's Action Thriller Kollywood

Coolie Trailer: Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna Set The Screen On Fire In Director Lokesh Kanagaraj's Action Thriller

Chennai, August 2 - The wait is over as superstar Rajinikanth is back in full form with the trailer of the much-awaited action thriller Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Released on August 2 during a grand event in Chennai, the trailer has taken social media by storm, showcasing vintage Rajini charm, gritty visuals, and a gold-smuggling plot wrapped in explosive action. ## A Smuggler's Saga With a Mass Makeover ## The stylish three-plus-minute-long trailer of the film shows the ensemble cast involved in an intense action drama, led by Rajinikanth and a surprise cameo of Aamir Khan. Set against the backdrop of watch and gold smuggling, the high-octane actioner promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. ## Director Lokesh Kanagaraj sets the tone for a gritty, emotional journey that brings together old-school gangster elements and stylised action choreography, much like his previous works in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). The movie has a powerhouse ensemble, which also includes cast, Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Upendra, and Soubin Shahir. ## While the trailer focuses primarily on Rajinikanth, glimpses of other characters suggest high-voltage confrontations and layered character arcs. ## Anirudh's Electrifying Score ## Music composer Anirudh Ravichander once again elevates the visuals with a thumping background score that blends folk percussion with modern sound design. The theme, accompanied by slo-mo action shots and vintage Rajini-style walks, adds an epic feel to the proceedings. ## Lokesh’s First A-Rated Film ## As revealed earlier, Coolie is director Lokesh's first A-rated blockbuster, and the trailer also confirms the same with some raw action. The dark tone, intense violence, and smuggling backdrop appear to justify the adult tag. ## The film is scheduled to hit the big screen on August 14, in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada versions, worldwide. The advance booking is expected to open around August 8. ## ## Stay tuned...

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Coolie North America Premiere Advance Booking: Rajinikanth-starrer Nears $1 Million Kollywood

Coolie North America Premiere Advance Booking: Rajinikanth-starrer Nears $1 Million

Los Angeles, August 2 - Superstar Rajinikanth's gangster action thriller film Coolie is less than 2 weeks away from hitting the worldwide theatres. As if the anticipation for the film wasn't already skyrocketing, the makers are set to drop the trailer on August 2, which is expected to take the hype to the next level. ## The advance booking of Coolie is yet to open in India, but it is going strong at the international box office, especially in North America. With still 12 days to go for the release, the film's premiere pre-sales have crossed $900K and are set to cross $1 million by tomorrow. ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie will be eyeing all-time record premiere for Tamil movies in North America. The record currently belongs to Rajinikanth's Kabali (2016), which scored $1.92 million. Unlike Coolie, Kabali had a full-day premiere in North America. ## While Coolie is looking to create history, it has massive competition with Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR-fronted War 2, which also has its premiere on the same day. The pre-sales for the latter opened a couple of days ago, and the initial response is excellent. ## Produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie stars Rajinikanth in the lead, supported by a star-studded ensemble including Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and a special cameo by Aamir Khan. Music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, whose soundtrack has already become a rage among fans.## The film is set for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14 and will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. ## Stay tuned...

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Rajinikanth's Coolie Gets 'A' Certificate From CBFC; A First For Director Lokesh Kanagaraj Kollywood

Rajinikanth's Coolie Gets 'A' Certificate From CBFC; A First For Director Lokesh Kanagaraj

Chennai, August 1 - Superstar Rajinikanth's gangster action thriller film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has been officially awarded an 'A' (Adults Only) certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the makers announced on Friday. ## This marks a significant moment in both Rajinikanth's and Lokesh's careers. For Rajinikanth, this is the first A-rated film in nearly 36 years, with the last one believed to be the 1989 release Siva. For Lokesh, known for his high-octane action thrillers, Coolie becomes the first film in his directorial journey to receive an adult rating. ## The 'A' certificate is reportedly due to the film’s uncompromising portrayal of violence and intense action sequences, something Lokesh also hinted at in a recent interview. The director, who is popular for his stylised narrative style seen in films like Vikram and Leo, wanted to bring a new edge to Rajinikanth’s mass appeal with a darker and more intense treatment, which naturally led to the adult certification. ## While the rating adds a level of intrigue, it also presents a challenge for the film’s box office performance in family-oriented markets, especially when the runtime is reportedly around 3 hours. Traditionally, Rajinikanth films enjoy a wide demographic appeal, including family audiences. However, reports suggest that the bold move might pay off by attracting younger urban viewers looking for a more hard-hitting experience. ## The makers have announced a grand trailer launch event on August 2 in Chennai, which is expected to be attended by the entire cast and crew. Produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie is set to release worldwide on August 14, 2025, in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada languages.## Stay tuned...

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Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Day 1 Box Office Prediction: A 100+ Crore Opening In Sight Kollywood

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Day 1 Box Office Prediction: A 100+ Crore Opening In Sight

Chennai, July 26 - The stakes are higher than ever, and the anticipation is at an all-time high for what is billed as one of the most ambitious films of Tamil cinema - Coolie. Starring superstar Rajinikanth, the gangster action drama is expected to ignite the box office this Independence Day weekend with records in sight. ## As the release date nears, the early box office indicators for this Lokesh Kanagaraj's directorial are nothing short of explosive, especially seeing the reception in advance sales wherever it has opened, suggesting that Coolie could potentially rewrite the record books for Tamil cinema — and even Indian cinema at large. ## Prediction - What Could Be The First Day Collection of Coolie? ## The South Indian cinema, especially Tamil, has been a hard nut to crack when it comes to predicting the box office prospects. Coolie is no different, especially with the buzz being super high, but at the same time, it is clashing with another big Pan-India film, War 2. However, the odds are still in favour of Coolie in some markets. ## So what could be the first-day collection of the film? Well, this is the question which will be answered when the film gets released. But the combination of superstar Rajinikanth and director Lokesh, with a strong supporting cast, ignites high hopes, and trade experts are already speculating the film's numbers based on the immense hype and market buzz. ## Coolie will have no competition in its home market, Tamil Nadu, where it will be eyeing one of the biggest or potentially the biggest start. While it is still early, the movie is expected to open in the range of 30-40 crores gross in the state. In Telugu states (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana), it has solid buzz, and this could be the second biggest domestic region for it. ## Rajinikanth's Jailer opened to 12.50 crores gross in AP/TG in 2023, and Coolie might repeat those numbers despite competition with War 2. The rest of the domestic regions may bring in another 20 crores gross. The overall domestic opening of Coolie can be in the range of 55-70 crores gross, which is excellent. ## Overseas presales have already begun in key markets like the USA, UAE, Malaysia, and Singapore — and the response is said to be super positive. The film is expected to open bigger than Jailer, which scored 40 crores gross first day internationally. This time, the movie has much higher potential with top actors across industries attached to it. ## Though the competition with YRF's War 2 is still a reality, Coolie will be eyeing a 40-50 crores start. A worldwide opening for the film might be in the range of 95-120 crore gross. As said earlier, word of mouth plays a vital role when it comes to setting high hopes regarding the box office. With a super positive reception, these projected numbers might go even higher, but might plunge as well if otherwise. ## With the Rajinikanth–Lokesh Kanagaraj duo coming together for the first time under a reputable production house like Sun Pictures, backed by immense hype, mass appeal, and technical grandeur, Coolie is not just a film — it's a pan-Indian box office event in the making. All eyes now turn to August, when the verdict will be written in crores. ## Stay tuned...

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Is Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Part of Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU)? Kollywood

Is Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Part of Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU)?

Chennai, July 24 - Director Lokesh Kanagaraj helmed cinematic universe — popularly known as the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) — has already delivered major hits with Kaithi, Vikram, and Leo. With stars like Karthi, Kamal Haasan, and Thalapathy Vijay headlining these blockbusters, expectations for what's next in the LCU are at an all-time high. ## While Lokesh previously confirmed that he would be focusing solely on LCU projects, he surprised fans by collaborating with superstar Rajinikanth for a gangster action drama titled Coolie. At the time of announcement, many speculated that Coolie could also be part of the LCU; however, the filmmaker clarified in interviews that it would be a standalone film with no connection to his cinematic universe. ## But recent developments have reignited rumours about a potential LCU connection. According to new media reports, Kamal Haasan — who headlined LCU's Vikram (2022) - has been approached to lend his voice for Coolie. Notably, Haasan's voice was featured in the post-credit scene of Vijay's Leo, hinting at interconnected storylines within the LCU. ## Although it is not confirmed yet, if the rumours about Kamal Haasan lending his voice for Coolie are true, this could mark a significant step forward in the evolution of LCU, further solidifying it as Indian cinema's one of the most ambitious interconnected franchise, featuring powerhouse names like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay, Suriya, and Karthi. ## About Coolie ## Produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie stars Rajinikanth in the lead, supported by a star-studded ensemble including Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and a special cameo by Aamir Khan. Music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, whose soundtrack has already become a rage among fans.## The film is set for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14, and will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. ## Stay tuned...

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Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Advance Booking Starts Strongly In North America Kollywood

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Advance Booking Starts Strongly In North America

Chennai, July 23 - The countdown has begun for superstar Rajinikanth's highly awaited Pan-India gangster action drama Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film is all set for a grand worldwide release on August 14, perfectly timed with the Independence Day 2025 holiday. ## Produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie marks one of the most ambitious collaborations in recent Indian cinema, with its scale, ensemble cast, and international release strategy generating massive buzz across the board, not just only in India. ## With three weeks to go before the release, the advance booking for the film has opened in North America, one of the key international markets for Indian titles. The movie will be released by Prathyangira Cinemas in North America, while overall overseas release will be handled by Hamsini Entertainment. ## Coolie pre-sales starts strongly in North America ## With just three weeks left until release, Coolie has already begun raking in impressive numbers overseas. Advance bookings for the film opened in North America on July 22, and the initial response has been nothing short of phenomenal. ## According to Venky box office, the film already sold 4,570 tickets for 240 premiere shows across the U.S. and Canada, collecting a whopping $128,000 in pre-sales for the August 13 premiere alone. ## The film is being released in North America by Prathyangira Cinemas, with Hamsini Entertainment handling the overall overseas distribution. If the current momentum sustains, Coolie could set new records for Indian films in the North American market. ## Coolie trailer on August 2nd ## The trailer of this much-awaited biggie will be launched on August 2nd, as confirmed by director Lokesh Kanagaraj in the recent interview. There will be no teaser for the movie as the filmmaker promised that the trailer will be enough to take the hype to the next level. ## About Coolie ## Coolie stars Rajinikanth in the lead role alongside Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan (cameo) in prominent roles. Anirudh Ravichander has scored the music, which has already become a talk of the town. The film will be released in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada on August 14 worldwide. ## Stay tuned...

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Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Strikes Third Biggest Tamil Film Deal For Kerala Theatrical Rights; Falls Behind Thalapathy Vijay's 'Leo' and 'The GOAT' Kollywood

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' Strikes Third Biggest Tamil Film Deal For Kerala Theatrical Rights; Falls Behind Thalapathy Vijay's 'Leo' and 'The GOAT'

Kochi, July 19 - Superstar Rajinikanth's gangster action drama Coolie is easily the most hyped Tamil and one of the most anticipated Indian movies of the year. The film is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, and this marks his first collaboration with the superstar. ## The theatrical rights of Coolie have reportedly been locked in most areas, and the details about the film's Kerala distribution rights have been revealed. The makers officially announced on Friday that Hassan Meenu Associates has acquired the film's rights to release in the state, and according to reliable reports, the deal is locked for 14 crores. ## Biggest deal for a Rajinikanth-starrer but fails to beat Leo and The GOAT among Tamil movies in Kerala ## Despite the record-breaking theatrical deal for a Rajinikanth-starrer, Coolie falls behind Thalapathy Vijay's Leo and The Greatest of All Time in Kerala. Leo's Kerala rights sold for 16 crores, and it went on to become a big, profitable venture in the state. ## Vijay's The GOAT, however, despite scoring the biggest deal with 17 crores, turned into a big disaster at the Kerala box office. ## Break-even target for Coolie in Kerala ## To emerge as a clean box office, Coolie will need to score around 35 crores gross collection in Kerala. As said, the film is carrying positive buzz among the audience, and if the word of mouth aligns with the buzz, then it can easily break even and might go on to become a huge blockbuster. ## About Coolie ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie stars Rajinikanth in the lead role alongside Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan (cameo) in prominent roles. It will be released in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada on August 14 worldwide. ## Stay tuned...

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