Coolie, starring Rajinikanth within the lead function, is slated to launch in theaters on August 14, 2025. Forward of the movie hitting large screens, director Lokesh Kanagaraj was noticed in an interview, revealing how he discovered it more durable to persuade Nagarjuna Akkineni for the movie than Rajinikanth.
Lokesh Kanagaraj on convincing Nagarjuna Akkineni for Coolie
Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, director Lokesh Kanagaraj mentioned, “Nagarjuna as soon as requested me, how did I persuade Rajini sir for Coolie. That’s once I instructed him that was simple for me, convincing you was more durable.”
The director continued, “Nag sir is taking part in the antagonist within the movie. He has by no means performed it earlier than. I might see sir having fun with himself as a result of good characters have sure boundaries, it’s a must to stroll the proper path. With regards to a baddie, you may do no matter you need, breaking the obstacles.”
Lokesh revealed Nagarjuna’s wrestle with utilizing profanity, noting the actor’s four-decade-long profession freed from such language. Moreover, the Kuberaa actor is ready for his household to see the film and react to his efficiency.
About Coolie
Coolie is an upcoming Tamil-language motion flick starring Rajinikanth within the lead function. The movie is claimed to revolve round a harbour and the labourers, with Nagarjuna Akkineni and Upendra Rao taking part in key roles.
Aside from the veteran stars, Bollywood famous person Aamir Khan can be making a cameo look within the film. Furthermore, an ensemble solid of actors like Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Pooja Hegde (dance quantity), and extra are additionally a part of the film.
Within the latest interview itself, Lokesh Kanagaraj confirmed that Coolie’s trailer can be launched on August 2, 2025. The director doesn’t need to reveal a lot in regards to the plot forward of its launch.
Apparently, the director initially pitched a fantasy film to Rajinikanth, which the famous person additionally appreciated. Nevertheless, Lokesh determined it will be higher to go forward with a enterprise like Coolie as a substitute.
Coming to Loki’s skilled entrance, he’s subsequent directing the Karthi starrer Kaithi 2. The sequel flick can be a part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU), and afterwards, he would be part of palms with Aamir Khan for a superhero enterprise.
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