Coolie vs War 2 Release & Review LIVE: Rajinikanth, Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR Set Box Office on Fire
Rajinikanth’s Coolie and Hrithik Roshan–Jr NTR’s War 2 storm theatres on August 14, sparking nationwide celebrations and setting the stage for a massive Independence Day box office battle.
Fans dance to dhol beats outside theatres as Rajinikanth’s Coolie and Hrithik–Jr NTR’s War 2 release on the same day.
August 14, 2025 turned into a cinematic festival as two of the year’s most awaited films — Rajinikanth’s Coolie and War 2 starring Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR — hit theatres, igniting massive celebrations across India. Fans turned single screens and multiplexes into mini-stadiums with dhol beats, whistles, and dance, marking one of the biggest box office clashes in recent years.
Rajinikanth’s Coolie Roars on Day 1
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie delivers a high-energy mass entertainer packed with action, punch dialogues, and Thalaivar’s unmatched screen presence. A surprise cameo by Aamir Khan as ‘Dahaa’ added to the frenzy, alongside performances from Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, and Upendra. Early reviews praise Rajinikanth’s ability to reinvent himself while staying true to his iconic style.
War 2 Brings Spyverse Action
Ayan Mukerji’s War 2 amps up the YRF Spy Universe with Hrithik Roshan reprising his role as Kabir and Jr NTR making a fiery entry. Kiara Advani adds glamour to the high-octane action sequences. As the sixth film in the spy franchise after Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3, the film promises a sleek, adrenaline-filled cinematic experience.
Celebs Join the Hype
Actor Vishnu Manchu cheered for both films on social media, calling the clash “epic cinema magic” and wishing success to both teams.
With Independence Day weekend ahead, trade experts predict that Coolie and War 2 could break multiple box office records, making August 2025 a historic month for Indian cinema.
