Bollywood’s comeback king, Rajinikanth, is back—and this time, it’s massive! His upcoming action entertainer Coolie has already taken the global stage by storm, with over 40,000 tickets sold in North America alone for its much-anticipated premieres. Scheduled to release on August 13, 2025, the film is on track to become one of the biggest international openings for an Indian film in recent years.
🔥 A Record-Breaking Premiere Storms the U.S. and Canada
Indian cinema has seen phenomenal global traction in the last few years, but Coolie seems to be setting a new benchmark. According to trade analysts and distributors across the U.S. and Canada, ticket sales for the premieres have surpassed 40,000—an achievement previously seen only with pan-India blockbusters like RRR, Jawan, and Pathaan.
This figure includes:
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IMAX and Dolby screenings across key cities
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Sold-out shows in major metropolitan areas including New York, Toronto, Chicago, San Francisco, and Vancouver
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Special bookings by fan clubs and regional language communities
The pre-release buzz suggests that Coolie could even touch the $2M mark in premiere night collections—a massive achievement for a Tamil-led film
🎥 Why Coolie is Generating Global Hype
Directed by the sensational Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring the legendary Rajinikanth, Coolie is said to be a stylish action-thriller with vintage masala elements. The film marks Rajini’s return to his iconic “mass hero” avatar, with a storyline that fuses nostalgia with new-age visual spectacle.
Key Reasons Behind the Hype:
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🔹 Rajinikanth’s Mega Comeback in a massy role after Jailer
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🔹 Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Direction, known for Vikram and Kaithi
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🔹 A viral music album by Anirudh Ravichander, already topping charts
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🔹 International fan clubs conducting flash mobs, car rallies, and laser screenings in support
🌍 North America: A Growing Market for Indian Cinema
The staggering ticket sales underscore the rapidly growing demand for Indian content abroad. With Coolie, North American exhibitors are seeing:
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A 20% increase in advance bookings compared to previous Rajinikanth films
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Broader interest from non-Tamil audiences due to English subtitles and dubbed versions
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Special theater packages like combo snacks, merch giveaways, and meet-ups
Distributors say the demand is so high that additional screens are being added in Texas, New Jersey, and British Columbia.
🔮 Industry Reactions and Box Office Predictions
Industry experts believe Coolie could set new records for an Indian film in North America if the current trend continues. With aggressive marketing, wide distribution, and massive fan engagement, it could:
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Cross $5M in North America in opening weekend
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Become Rajinikanth’s highest-grossing overseas film
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Reignite theatrical buzz for Indian mass movies post-pandemic
Popular trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted:
“Coolie is not just a movie, it’s a movement! North America buzz is OFF THE CHARTS. Watch this space!“
📅 Premiere and Release Details
| Event | Date | Regions |
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| Premieres | August 12, 2025 (Evening) | U.S., Canada, UK, Australia |
| Official Release | August 13, 2025 | Worldwide |
| Languages | Tamil (Original), with Telugu, Hindi, English (Dub/Subs) |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
📌 Q1: How many tickets have been sold for Coolie in North America?
Over 40,000 tickets have already been sold for the North American premieres, as per official distributor reports.
📌 Q2: When is Coolie releasing worldwide?
Coolie will officially hit theatres on August 13, 2025, with premieres on the evening of August 12 in select countries.
📌 Q3: Which formats will Coolie be available in internationally?
The film will be released in IMAX, Dolby Atmos, and standard digital formats, across Tamil, Hindi, and English-subtitled versions.
📌 Q4: Who are the lead actors and crew of Coolie?
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Lead Actor: Rajinikanth
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Director: Lokesh Kanagaraj
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Music: Anirudh Ravichander
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Producer: Sun Pictures
📌 Q5: Is Coolie part of a cinematic universe?
There is speculation that Coolie might connect to Lokesh Kanagaraj’s LCU (Lokesh Cinematic Universe), but nothing has been confirmed officially yet.
