The highly anticipated Tamil film Coolie, set to release in 2025, is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and stars the iconic Rajinikanth in the lead role. Recently, the film has been making headlines due to a leak of a scene featuring Telugu superstar Nagarjuna Akkineni, who plays a character named Simon in the film.
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj expressed his disappointment over the leak on X (formerly Twitter), revealing that two months of hard work were wasted because of the unauthorized recording. He urged fans and viewers not to engage in such leaks as they spoil the cinematic experience.
In the leaked video, Nagarjuna is seen in a violent scene, dressed in a white suit, beating a man with a hammer. The scene was shot from different angles, with one video capturing it from a distance and another offering a close-up of the action. The leak has created a stir online, with fans reacting both to the video and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s request.
Two months of hard work by many people have gone in vain because of one recording.
I humbly request everyone not to engage in such practices, as they spoil the overall experience. Thank you.
— Lokesh Kanagaraj (@Dir_Lokesh) September 18, 2024
Nagarjuna’s First-look From Coolie out
Nagarjuna’s birthday on August 29 brought exciting news for fans, thanks to a special post by director Lokesh Kanagaraj. The announcement was accompanied by a striking poster for the highly anticipated film *Coolie*, featuring Nagarjuna in a pivotal role.
#Nagarjuna as SIMON in #coolie … heavy coat pota #rolex vibes…there’s a reason y loki said he’ll retire soon. His style of making is gonna get saturated among audiences soon #LokeshKanagaraj #Rajinikanth #Suriya #kanguva https://t.co/KC4INxzjCV
— Rocky bhayi (@Rockybhayioffcl) September 18, 2024
In the monochromatic poster, Nagarjuna’s character, Simon, is depicted with an intense, rugged look, dressed in a black shirt with rolled-up sleeves, accessorized with sunglasses and a watch. The background, filled with shadows and blurred elements, hints at the film’s dark and gripping narrative. The poster prominently features “King Nagarjuna as Simon” in golden text.
The star-studded cast of *Coolie* also includes Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Upendra, with Rajinikanth taking on the role of Deva. Fans are eagerly awaiting the film’s release, as it promises to set new benchmarks for Tamil cinema.