Rajinikanth’s Coolie: Amazon Prime Bags OTT Rights for a Whopping ₹120 Cr—Is It Worth the Hype?
Superstar Rajinikanth is proving yet again why his stardom continues to dominate even at the age of 74. His upcoming action entertainer ‘Coolie,’ directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is already the talk of the town ahead of its August 15, 2025, theatrical release. The buzz has now intensified with news that Amazon Prime Video has acquired the OTT streaming rights for a jaw-dropping ₹120 crore.
Rajini’s Coolie Creates OTT Frenzy
Rajinikanth’s range is legendary, and the demand for his films across platforms remains sky-high. The massive OTT deal reportedly struck by Amazon Prime has stirred a debate—is the deal worth the crores spent?
The streaming giant hasn’t yet clarified whether Coolie will be available for regular streaming or as a premium rental initially. Either way, this marks one of the costliest OTT acquisitions in recent South Indian cinema history.
Star-Studded Cast, Massive Expectations
Coolie boasts an ensemble cast featuring:
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Rajinikanth in a rugged, intense role
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Nagarjuna, rumored to play a grey-shaded villain
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Upendra is also expected to have a negative role
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Aamir Khan, making a guest appearance for the first time in a South Indian film
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Shruti Haasan and Soubin Shahir in key roles
Additionally, Pooja Hegde turns up the glam factor with her special appearance in the already trending “Monica” song composed by Anirudh Ravichander.
Coolie’s Plot and Vibe
While the official story remains under wraps, industry buzz suggests the film explores a gripping clash between a common man and the underworld—a gritty, high-octane theme Lokesh Kanagaraj is well-known for.
Sources also say the movie has been completed, and Rajinikanth himself was left speechless after watching the final cut, even embracing Lokesh in appreciation. Given the director’s stellar track record with ‘Vikram,’ expectations are sky-high.
Multilingual Release Plan
Coolie is set for a grand Pan-India release in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and other languages on August 15, 2025—making it one of the most anticipated Independence Day releases.
