Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ Drops Power-Packed Promo as 100-Day Countdown Begins Ahead of August 14 Release

Lokesh Kanagaraj’s much-anticipated film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, is just 100 days away from its theatrical release on August 14, 2025.

To mark the milestone, the makers unveiled a high-energy promo that generated immense buzz across social media.

Countdown Begins with Electrifying Promo

Production house Sun Pictures dropped the glimpse online with the caption, “Arangam Adhirattume, Whistle Parakkattume! #CoolieIn100Days (Sic).”

The promo not only celebrates the 100-day countdown but also teases the film’s dynamic tone and powerful visuals. While the release of Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s War 2 is not officially confirmed, Coolie may face a potential box office clash if both films land on the same date.

The short promo introduces key characters through over-the-shoulder shots. Soubin Shahir, Upendra Rao, Sathyaraj, and Nagarjuna Akkineni all make appearances before the glimpse culminates with Rajinikanth’s iconic whistle, a moment fans have already hailed as legendary.

The music, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, opens with the lyrics from the caption and ends on the high note, “Coolie Power House,” which is said to be the title of the track.

Fan Frenzy Over the Whistle and Throwback Sunset Shot

The video sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans, especially with a frame showing Rajinikanth standing at a port as the sun sets behind him.

Many were quick to draw parallels with the famous sunset shot from Mani Ratnam’s Thalapathi, originally captured by cinematographer Santosh Sivan.

Fans expressed their admiration online. One fan commented, “Lokesh Kanagaraj recreating Superstar #Rajinikanth’s iconic Thalapathi sunset shot.”

Another posted, “Thalapathy x #COOLIE – Wattaaa Frame 💥” while some also pointed out differences in execution, with one saying, “Rajinikanth garu matched but not the picturisation, MANIRATNAM garu n DOP done better job, so stop comparison.”

Plot and Character Details Revealed

Coolie is set against the backdrop of gold smuggling, with Rajinikanth playing the character Deva.

The film boasts an ensemble cast featuring Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, and Reba Monica John. The makers also confirmed that Pooja Hegde will appear in a special dance number.

Adding to the buzz, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is expected to make a cameo appearance, though no official announcement has been made on this front.

Behind the Scenes and Technical Brilliance

Filming for Coolie concluded in March 2025, and the project is now in the post-production phase.

Sun Pictures had previously shared behind-the-scenes glimpses of Rajinikanth in a rugged avatar, sparking excitement among fans awaiting his portrayal of Deva.

The technical crew includes Girish Gangadharan as the cinematographer and Philomin Raj as the editor. Action choreography is helmed by the renowned duo Anbariv.

Anirudh Ravichander’s music is expected to be a major highlight, especially given his past successes with Lokesh Kanagaraj in Master, Vikram, and Leo. Fans are eagerly awaiting the full album.

Multilingual Release and Nationwide Anticipation

Produced on a grand scale, Coolie will be released in multiple languages including Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. This marks the first collaboration between Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj, further elevating the anticipation surrounding the film.

The promotional campaign and nostalgic callbacks have amplified fan excitement, making Coolie one of the most awaited films of 2025. With just 100 days to go, all eyes are on Rajinikanth and the cinematic world he’s about to bring to life once again.