Coolie: Rajinikanth’s Action Film Bags Massive Overseas Rights Deal Worth ₹80 Crore – Report

Coolie, the much-anticipated action entertainer starring Tamil cinema’s megastar Rajinikanth, is making waves even before its theatrical debut. The film, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is slated to hit cinemas on August 14, 2025, and has already bagged one of the biggest international distribution deals in South Indian film history.

₹80 Crore Overseas Rights Deal Sets New Benchmark

According to renowned trade analyst Ramesh Bala, Coolie has sealed a sensational overseas rights deal reportedly worth a staggering ₹80 crore. The agreement, if finalized as expected, marks the highest overseas pre-release business for any Tamil film to date — a record previously held by other pan-India ventures but now rewritten by Coolie.

This deal highlights the global anticipation surrounding the film, not only because of Rajinikanth’s magnetic star power but also due to Lokesh Kanagaraj’s directorial credibility after hits like Vikram and Kaithi. The combination has clearly piqued the interest of international distributors who foresee a massive opening across overseas markets, especially in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and North America.

Rajinikanth Reportedly Paid ₹260–280 Crore for Coolie

If the overseas rights deal wasn’t enough to grab attention, reports also suggest that Rajinikanth himself is taking home an industry-defining paycheck. According to a report by News18, the legendary actor is being paid between ₹260 to ₹280 crore for Coolie, potentially making him the highest-paid actor in Asia, out-earning both Aamir Khan and Jackie Chan.

While there has been no official confirmation from Sun Pictures or the actor’s team, the buzz around the paycheque has added to the film’s mystique, elevating audience expectations even further.

Box Office Showdown: Coolie vs War 2

Adding another layer of intrigue, Coolie is set to clash head-on with another big-ticket film, War 2, which also releases on August 14, 2025. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, and is a part of the YRF Spy Universe.

This clash has triggered excitement and debates among fans across social media platforms. With two of Indian cinema’s biggest icons — Rajinikanth and Hrithik Roshan — competing for screens and audience attention, the Independence Day weekend is expected to witness a massive box office face-off.

Final Word

With Coolie, Rajinikanth is poised to deliver not just another blockbuster but potentially one of the most commercially successful Tamil films of all time. From record-breaking overseas deals to a historic paycheck and an epic box office showdown, Coolie is shaping up to be a defining film in the superstar’s illustrious career.

Will Thalaiva’s magic dominate the Independence Day weekend? The world will be watching.