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Rajinikanth's 'Coolie,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is experiencing a slowdown in its third week after a massive opening. Despite a weekday dip, the film continues to draw audiences, showcasing Rajinikanth's star power. The movie has grossed over Rs 500 crore worldwide, even amid mixed audience reactions, with the director addressing speculation about time travel and cinematic universes.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' achieved box office success but received mixed reviews, failing to surpass previous records despite high expectations. Lokesh Kanagaraj addressed fan theories, clarifying it wasn't a time-travel story or part of the LCU, emphasizing his commitment to creative vision over audience demands. He acknowledged audience enthusiasm as vital to the film industry's success.

Director Arun Matheswaran, known for his raw and intense films like 'Rocky' and 'Captain Miller,' is reportedly collaborating with Lokesh Kanagaraj. Kanagaraj, a long-time admirer of Matheswaran's bold storytelling, will star in a 'Devdas'-inspired film penned by Matheswaran. This project marks Kanagaraj's debut as a lead actor, with an official announcement expected after the release of Kanagaraj’s directorial 'Coolie'.

Mohit Suri's Saiyaara, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has shown impressive box office performance, earning ₹328.5 crore despite competition from Rajinikanth's Coolie and Hrithik Roshan's War 2. The film's success is attributed to its strong music, engaging story, and positive audience reception, particularly among younger viewers in metros and Tier-2 cities.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has grossed Rs 269.81 crore net in India after 15 days, marking a significant opening but experiencing mixed momentum. The film started strong with Rs 65 crore on its first day and Rs 229.65 crore in its first week, but collections sharply declined in the second week despite star-studded cast and Lokesh's direction.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' has crossed Rs 260 crore in India, despite a significant dip on its second Monday, Day 12. The action drama, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, saw its weakest single-day collection but continues to lead over 'War 2' at the box office. The film's occupancy also decreased across languages after a strong opening week.

Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's War 2 is performing well at the global box office. It is approaching USD 4 million in North America. The film is competing with Rajinikanth's Coolie. War 2 has earned Rs 214.50 crore domestically. Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Alpha is the next film in the Spy Universe. Alpha will release during Christmas weekend.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has achieved a significant milestone, grossing USD 6.60 million in North America within nine days, surpassing 'Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1.' This makes 'Coolie' the second highest-grossing Tamil film in North America, driven by strong premiere showings and pan-Indian appeal, despite weekday drops. The film's India net stands at Rs 245.50 crore after 10 days.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, opened with a massive Rs 65 crore but experienced a slowdown after the initial hype. The film has earned Rs 235.15 crore in India after nine days, facing competition from 'War 2'. The film's performance hinges on its upcoming weekend to reach the Rs 250 crore milestone.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who shared screen space with Rajinikanth in 'Robot,' once drew parallels between him and her father-in-law, Amitabh Bachchan. She lauded both actors for their professionalism, humility, and legendary status, emphasizing that their dedication to their craft makes their films captivating for audiences. Both actors continue to be active in the film industry with recent and upcoming projects.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has grossed ₹229.75 crore after eight days, despite a slowdown after a strong opening. On its eighth day, the film earned ₹6.25 crore, narrowly missing the ₹230 crore mark. 'Coolie' stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Soubin Shahir, Aamir Khan, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Upendra, and Rachita Ram. The film released on August 14, 2025.

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' and Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2' clashed at the box office on August 14, 2025, during the Independence Day weekend. Despite initial hype, both films experienced a drop in collections within a week. 'Coolie,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has outperformed 'War 2,' accumulating Rs 224.23 crore compared to 'War 2's' Rs 200.63 crore after eight days.