Rajinikanth Coolie wrap up- See exciting stills of Aamir- Nagarjuna- Upendra

Rajinikanth’s Coolie shooting has been wrapped up and producer Sun announced it. Lokesh Kanagaraj took 160 days shooting days so far and it his most number od days that spend on a film till now. The shooting days details of earlier filmss: MaaNagaram: 45 days, Kaithi: 62 days, Master: 130 days, Vikram: 110 days, Leo: 125 days.The shooting started in July 2024 under the direction of Lokesh Kanagaraj and ended in March 2025. The star-studded cast also includes Nagarjuna, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Reba Monica John, Aamir Khan in a cameo role, and Pooja Hegde in a special dance number

Superstar Rajinijanth had begun the shooting of director Lokesh Kanagaraj's upcoming film, 'Coolie', in Hyderabad on July 5, last year. The production house, Sun Pictures, announced the news with a special poster. Shruti Haasan joined the cast and for the first time was sharing screen space with Rajinikanth . Aamir Khan make a special cameo in Coolie, a role insiders describe as pivotal to the film’s storyline. This collaboration between two cinematic legends has been carefully crafted to heighten the film's dramatic intensity and provide audiences with a memorable experience. The two are finally collaborating together 30 years after their last outing 'Aatank Hi Aatank' in 1995.

Aamir Khan and Upendra were seen spending quality time in Jaipur. Aamir Khan also recorded a special video to promote Kannada actor Upendra's upcoming film, Ui - The Movie, Upendra shared the video and wrote, "Dear Aamir sir, it was a dream come true moment to meet and seek your blessings for UI The Warner Movie. thanks for your love and support (sic)."

Interestingly, while the fans believed that 'Coolie' was a part of Lokesh's cinematic universe, he recently revealed that it is a stand-alone film. The director assured his fans that LCU (Lokesh's Cinematic Universe) would have more films, including 'Kaithi 2' and 'Vikram 2', but the Rajinikanth starrer is going to be a special film in its own right. Originally announced as Thalaivar 171 in September 2023, the film was officially titled Coolie in April 2024. Filming began in July 2024, with locations spanning Chennai, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Jaipur, and Bangkok. The movie is expected to hit screens worldwide in 2025 in both standard and IMAX formats.

A R Rahman in Dhanush Hindi film / Kamal back in February/ Rajini in Thailand for Pongal

A R Rahman is joining Aanand L Rai – Dhanush who are collaborating once again for their third project, Tere Ishk Mein. Following their successful outings on Raanjhanaa and Atrangi Re, this film is set in the spiritual town of Rishikesh and the film’s music is expected to play a big role in the story.

Rajinikanth spoke to the media at the airport and revealed the film Coolie has already completed 70 percent of the shooting. The next shooting schedule takes place in Thailand from January 13 to January 28, 2025. “Coolie” is the first combo between Rajinikanth and filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for blockbusters such as “Khaidi,” “Vikram,” and “Leo.” “Coolie” is slated for release in May 2025. The film has Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Upendra in key roles. Shruti Haasan appears is the main lead actress.

Kamal Haasan will be back in February and then only Amaran success function will be held. Entire script will be over by then as the actor is sitting with Anbu Arivu duo in US and also scouting locales. After arrival, Kamal has few days work in Thug life and a song and few scenes to do in Indian 3.