Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie, starring Rajinikanth in the lead role, is all set to release on August 14, 2025. Reportedly, the movie is made on a budget of Rs. 350-400 crore, and it looks like the major chunk of the budget has gone into the fees of the actors. Read on to know more...

Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie, starring Rajinikanth in the lead role, is all set to release on August 14, 2025. It is undoubtedly one of the most awaited films of the year, and reportedly, the movie is made on a budget of Rs. 350-400 crore. Well, a major chunk of the budget has surely gone into the cast fees. According to a report in Deccan Herald, the actors of the film have received hefty pay cheques.

Rajinikanth

Reportedly, Rajinikanth was paid Rs. 150 crore for the film. But, looking at the pre-sales, the producers rvised his fees, and he is now getting Rs. 200 crore.

Nagarjuna

Telugu star Nagarjuna plays a pivotal role in Coolie, and according to the report, he has received Rs. 10 crore for the film.

Aamir Khan

According to reports, Aamir has a cameo in the film. Reportedly, the actor has charged a whopping amount of Rs. 20 crore for his 15-20 minutes role.

Upendra

Kannada star Upendra also plays a pivotal role in the film. Reportedly, just like Aamir he has a cameo and has charged Rs. 4 crore for it.

Shruti Haasan

Shruti Haasan plays the female lead in Coolie. According to the report, she has received a pay cheque of Rs. 4 crore.

Pooja Hegde

Shruti, who plays the female lead in the film, has reportedly got Rs. 4 crore, and Pooja Hegde, who features in just one song, Monica, has reportedly charged Rs. 3 crore.

Soubin Shahir

According to the report, Soubin Shahir is the least paid in the lead cast. He received Rs. 1 crore for Coolie.

Sathyaraj

Famously known for his role as Kattappa in the Baahubali franchise, Sathyaraj plays a pivotal role in Coolie as well. He has reportedly received Rs. 5 crore for the film.

Lokesh Kanagaraj

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj, who has given back-to-back hits, has reportedly charges Rs. 50 crore for the film. The audience has a lot of expectations from Coolie.

Anirudh Ravichander

Anirudh Ravichander, who has composed songs for the film, has reportedly been given Rs. 15 crore. Are you ready to witness his music on the big screens?

If we calculate the above amount, then Rs. 252 crore has gone into the fees of the actors, director, and music composer.