Rajinikanth's much-anticipated film ' Coolie ,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to hit theatres on August 14, 2025, just ahead of India’s Independence Day. The makers have turned up the excitement with the release of fresh visuals from the film, coinciding with the debut of the track 'Coolie Powerhouse' on audio platforms. A behind-the-scenes video was also shared, showcasing Rajinikanth in high spirits during the shoot and waving to excited fans. The clip quickly sparked buzz, with the makers captioning it, “Engengum Koraeyathu Mass,” meaning “Mass will never go low,” emphasizing the superstar's ever-growing aura. Anirudh Ravichander's music for BTS seized major attention as the energetic composer impressed the fans yet again.


Lokesh Kanagaraj gets candid about working with the Superstar

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj, who is helming this action-packed entertainer, recently opened up about working with Rajinikanth. In an interview with journalist Sudhir Srinivasan, Lokesh Kanagaraj described the experience as deeply transformative. He said, “I can’t even begin to explain what the superstar made me feel like. He made me realise various things, he made me think about life… And I cried, even laughed. Every day, I was learning something.” His words underscore the emotional depth and inspiration the veteran actor brings to the sets.

A star-studded cast and a bold new role for Rajinikanth

'Coolie' promises to showcase Rajinikanth in a new light, portraying a character with negative shades, a rare move for the legendary star. The film boasts a stellar ensemble including Nagarjuna Akkineni, Upendra Rao, and a special cameo by Aamir Khan. Supporting roles will be portrayed by Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Soubin Shahir, among others. With music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, the film aims to blend gripping action with a powerful soundtrack, enhancing its mass appeal.

Independence Day clash and Rajinikanth’s next big sequel

Interestingly, 'Coolie' will clash at the box office with 'War 2', featuring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth is also busy with 'Jailer 2,' directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, where he reprises his role as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian. The sequel is set to include cameos from Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, and Nandamuri Balakrishna, adding more star power to the franchise.