Lokesh Kanagaraj’s action-packed ensemble film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth, has emerged as a box office juggernaut since its release on August 14. Despite a head-to-head clash with the highly anticipated Bollywood film War 2, Coolie has dominated the screens and is now on the verge of a massive worldwide milestone.
Coolie, the biggest Indian opener of 2025 at the worldwide box office, earned a gross of ₹483.5 crore globally on Day 12. Of this, the movie minted ₹174.65 crore overseas, while its India gross was ₹308.85 crore.
Coolie: Box Office Collection
Coolie has collected an estimated ₹260.35 crore net in India in 12 days of release, bringing in an estimated ₹3 crore on Monday. The trade website also reported an estimated ₹482.50 crore worldwide collection. The US distributors of the film announced that the film has collected over $6.8 million ( ₹59 crore) in North America. Coolie also made an estimated $14 lakh ( ₹7 crore) at the Australian box office.
According to trade reports, Coolie is close to touching the ₹500 crore mark globally, solidifying its place as one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time. The film’s success has been driven by Rajinikanth’s unparalleled star power and a strong pan-Indian appeal, with impressive collections not just in Tamil Nadu but also in overseas markets and other parts of India.
Rajinikanth’s Coolie stars Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR, and Monisha Blessy. Bollywood actors Aamir Khan and Pooja Hegde also appear in a cameo.
War 2 Vs Coolie: The Ultimate Clash
The film’s box office run is particularly significant as it marks Rajinikanth’s second film to achieve the ₹500 crore milestone in the post-pandemic era, following the blockbuster success of Jailer in 2023. This achievement further cements the veteran actor’s status as a formidable box office force, capable of drawing massive crowds even in a competitive landscape. While War 2 also enjoyed a strong opening, Coolie‘s sustained performance and audience reception have given it the clear edge in this Independence Day weekend clash. The film’s ability to maintain momentum and cross this rare benchmark highlights the enduring appeal of the Rajinikanth-Lokesh Kanagaraj combination.
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