Rajinikanth’s Coolie: A Mega-Budget Cinematic Event of 2025
Superstar Rajinikanth’s upcoming action thriller Coolie isn’t just a movie — it’s one of the biggest film investments in Indian cinema history. Here’s the complete breakdown of its whopping budget and pre-release earnings.
Budget Between ₹350-375 Crore
The estimated budget of Coolie stands at an incredible ₹350 crore to ₹375 crore, placing it among the costliest films ever made in India.
- Rajinikanth’s acting fee alone: ₹150 crore
- Director Lokesh Kanagaraj’s remuneration: ₹50 crore
- Remaining ~₹150 crore: Production costs, star cast payments, VFX, action sequences, and technical aspects
- Marketing & promotions: About ₹25 crore extra
A Star-Studded Cast
Produced by Kalanithi Maran’s Sun Pictures, Coolie features an ensemble cast:
- Rajinikanth in a powerful lead role
- Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, and Sathyaraj in key roles
- A special cameo by Aamir Khan that’s expected to be a major highlight
Massive Pre-Release Earnings
Even before hitting theatres, Coolie has recovered over 66% of its budget:
- OTT rights: ₹130 crore
- Satellite rights: ₹90 crore
- Music rights: ₹20 crore
- International distribution rights: ₹68 crore
- Overseas advance bookings: ~₹30 crore
This strong pre-release revenue has almost guaranteed that the film will be profitable.
Grand Release on August 14
Coolie is scheduled for a worldwide release on August 14, 2025, clashing with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s War 2. With Rajinikanth’s pan-India appeal and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s action-packed direction, trade experts are predicting a massive opening weekend.
Why All Eyes Are on Coolie
From record-breaking actor and director fees to huge pre-release deals, Coolie is shaping up to be more than just a film — it’s a box office spectacle. If it clicks with audiences, Rajinikanth could deliver yet another all-time blockbuster.
