Rajinikanth is set to star in director Lokesh Kanagaraj's upcoming film, Coolie, marking their first collaboration. The film, produced by Sun Pictures, has been generating buzz since the title teaser was released. Recently, the makers announced the cast members, including Malayalam actor Soubin Shahir, who will make his Tamil debut in the film. Coolie is touted to be a gangster action flick with renowned stunt coordinators Anbariv associated with the project.
The film's cast includes Rajinikanth, Soubin Shahir, and others, with Anirudh Ravichander composing the music. Girish Gangadharan is the director of photography, and Philomin Raj handles the editing. Coolie is expected to hit theaters by summer 2025, although a release date has yet to be announced. The film's shooting is underway, with the next schedule set to resume in Hyderabad and the final schedule in Chennai.
Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for his work on Kaithi, Vikram, and Leo, has confirmed that Coolie is a standalone project, not associated with his cinematic universe. The film's plot remains under wraps, but with Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj on board, expectations are high.
As the film's production progresses, fans can expect more updates on the cast, crew, and plot. With its talented team and promising premise, Coolie is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated films of 2025. Rajinikanth's 171st outing as a lead actor is sure to be a memorable one, and audiences are eagerly awaiting the film's release.