Rajinikanth’s Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, opened to a thunderous reception at the box office on August 14, 2025. With advance bookings soaring before release, the film registered a historic opening, grossing nearly Rs 150 crore worldwide on day one. This milestone made Coolie the highest-opening Tamil film ever, surpassing earlier blockbusters.
Strong Weekend Collections
After a massive start, Coolie continued its successful run over the weekend. On Sunday, the film collected Rs 35 crore (net) in India across all languages, taking its domestic total to Rs 194.25 crore in just four days. The film is now on the verge of crossing the Rs 200 crore mark at the Indian box office, cementing its position as one of the fastest earners in Tamil cinema.
Occupancy Across Languages
The film witnessed strong occupancy rates across multiple regions. On Sunday, Coolie recorded 63.75% occupancy in Tamil, with Chennai, Trichy, Dindigul, and Coimbatore leading the turnout. The Hindi version saw an overall occupancy of 41.98%, with cities like Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Lucknow contributing significantly. Meanwhile, the Telugu version registered 49.53% occupancy, boosted largely by fans in Hyderabad and surrounding regions. Rajinikanth’s appeal across languages clearly played a key role in drawing massive crowds to theatres.
Worldwide Box Office Performance
Coolie has also made a huge impact overseas. The film collected over $12 million in its first two days, crossing the $15 million mark by day three. With strong international support, the worldwide gross of Coolie has already crossed Rs 320 crore, setting a new benchmark for Tamil cinema in 2025. Industry experts predict the film has the potential to reach Rs 600 crore worldwide, a feat achieved by only three Tamil films so far—Rajinikanth’s 2.0, Jailer, and Vijay’s Leo.
Competition and Outlook
Despite facing competition from Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s much-hyped War 2, Coolie has managed to stay ahead in terms of collections. The film’s ability to hold its momentum during the crucial second and third weeks will decide whether it can enter the coveted Rs 600 crore club.
A Milestone in Rajinikanth’s Career
Beyond the numbers, Coolie also marks a symbolic milestone—celebrating 50 years of Rajinikanth’s legendary stardom. While critics have given mixed reviews, the film’s box office storm proves that the superstar’s charisma and fan following remain unmatched in Indian cinema.
