Superstar Rajinikanth is back with yet another record-smashing blockbuster—Coolie. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film has created a historic impact at the box office. Released on 14th August 2025, just before Independence Day, Coolie had the perfect recipe for success—a powerful star cast, high-octane action, and immense fan anticipation. Within a few hours of release, it started rewriting records not only in Tamil cinema but also across Indian cinema as a whole.
Opening Day Box Office Collection
Coolie registered an unbelievable opening day worldwide collection of ₹151 crore, the highest ever for a Tamil film. In India, the movie collected around ₹65 crore net, dominating all major circuits.
Regional Contribution on Day 1
- Tamil Nadu: ₹28–30 crore (historic highest in the state for Day 1)
- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: ₹15 crore
- Karnataka: ₹8 crore
- Kerala: ₹5 crore
- North India (Hindi version): ₹7 crore
This grand start proves that Rajinikanth’s fan base is truly pan-Indian.
Day 2 Box Office Performance
On Day 2, Coolie continued its winning momentum with strong occupancies across metro cities. Being a working day, the film still collected ₹53–55 crore net in India and crossed ₹84 crore gross worldwide.
The Tamil Nadu occupancy rate was over 63%, showcasing Rajini’s unmatched popularity in his home state.
Day 3 Collection
Day 3 saw even bigger crowds due to the Independence Day holiday. Collections soared past ₹65 crore in India, and the worldwide total reached ₹118.5 crore gross. Families, youngsters, and even first-time Rajinikanth watchers flooded the theatres, turning Coolie into a festival.
Box Office Collections Summary (First 3 Days)
| Day | India Net Collection | India Gross | Worldwide Gross |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | ₹65 crore | ₹72 crore | ₹151 crore |
| Day 2 | ₹53.5 crore | ₹58.5 crore | ₹84 crore |
| Day 3 | ₹65 crore | ₹70 crore | ₹118.5 crore |
| Total | ₹183.5 crore | ₹201 crore | ₹353.5 crore |
Advance Booking Records
The craze for Coolie was evident even before its release. The movie achieved ₹100+ crore in advance bookings worldwide, making it one of the highest-pre-booked films in Indian cinema history. In North America alone, the advance collection was over ₹24 crore, breaking previous Tamil film records.
Star Cast and Budget
Coolie is a mega-budget action entertainer with an estimated production cost of ₹350 crore. Along with Rajinikanth in the lead, the film features a powerful star cast:
- Nagarjuna
- Aamir Khan (special role)
- Shruti Haasan
- Upendra
- Soubin Shahir
- Sathyaraj
The combination of Rajini’s mass appeal and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s gripping direction turned the movie into a cinematic spectacle.
Factors Behind Coolie’s Success
- Rajinikanth’s Stardom: Even after decades, Rajini commands an unmatched box office pull.
- Holiday Release: The Independence Day long weekend gave the film an extra push.
- Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Direction: Known for creating mass-appeal thrillers, his vision elevated the film.
- Advance Hype: Record advance booking ensured packed houses from Day 1.
- Pan-India Appeal: Multi-language release connected fans across India.
Coolie vs War 2 Box Office Clash
Released on the same weekend, War 2 could not withstand the Coolie storm. While War 2 opened around ₹6 crore in India, Coolie collected over ₹65 crore on the same day. The gap clearly showed Rajini’s dominance at the box office.
Worldwide Collection Update
Within the first weekend, Coolie grossed ₹353+ crore worldwide, making it one of the fastest Tamil films to cross the ₹300 crore mark. Overseas markets such as the USA, UAE, Singapore, and Malaysia contributed significantly to this success.
Critical Reception vs Audience Response
Though critics gave mixed reviews, audiences wholeheartedly embraced the film. Social media buzz, fan celebrations in theatres, and massive word of mouth helped the movie sustain momentum after opening day.
Future Outlook
With no big releases immediately clashing and strong advance bookings for the following week, Coolie is expected to easily cross the ₹500 crore worldwide milestone. If momentum continues, it could enter the ₹700 crore club, making it one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever.
Final Verdict
Coolie is not just a movie—it’s a festival for fans. With record-breaking collections, stellar performances, and Rajinikanth’s charisma, the film has set new benchmarks in Indian cinema. The box office storm it has created proves yet again why Rajinikanth remains the true superstar of Indian cinema.
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