Coolie

Coolie (2025)

Summary:

Coolie is a high-octane action thriller that marks the first collaboration between superstar Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film follows Deva, a mysterious and aging gold smuggler, who is driven by an unrelenting quest for vengeance to right the wrongs of his past. He takes a stand against a powerful and corrupt syndicate that exploits and abuses the workers of a port town. Deva's mission to revive his old mafia crew and reclaim his empire is complicated by powerful rivals and a new generation of criminals, leading to a clash of titans with high stakes.

Detailed Plot (Movie Story):

The film introduces Deva (Rajinikanth), an aging gold smuggler with a mysterious past. While the details of his past are shrouded in secrecy, the core of his character is defined by a deep-seated desire for vengeance. His life, since his youth, has been shaped by the need to "right past wrongs," a quest that drives his every action. He is not a typical criminal; he operates with a certain sense of style and is connected to a bygone era of the mafia.

The plot kicks into gear when Deva decides to revive his old mafia crew to reclaim his empire. His plan involves using stolen technology hidden in vintage golden watches, a motif that is central to the film's promotional material. This leads him to confront a powerful syndicate that controls the gold smuggling operations in a coastal port town and a rival gang led by the ambitious Simon (Nagarjuna Akkineni) and Dayal (Soubin Shahir).

Deva's quest is not just about power and money; it is a personal vendetta against those who have wronged him. His actions bring him into direct conflict with Rajasekar (Sathyaraj), a character who appears to be an authority figure, possibly a police officer, who is tracking the syndicate.

The narrative is filled with twists and turns as Deva battles the ruthless and powerful forces that stand in his way. The film is noted for its stylish action sequences and Rajinikanth's "vintage" style and swagger, reminiscent of his roles from the 80s. The story also features a number of other key characters, including Preeti (Shruti Haasan), who may play a significant role in the unfolding events, and a powerful character named Dahaa (Aamir Khan), who appears in a special cameo.

The film, though a standalone story and not part of director Lokesh Kanagaraj's cinematic universe, is a mass-action spectacle that combines charisma, heart, and high-octane action. The climax is a showdown between Deva and his various rivals, as he seeks to bring an end to the exploitation of the "coolies" (workers) and achieve his long-awaited retribution.

Cast:

• Rajinikanth as Deva

• Nagarjuna Akkineni as Simon

• Soubin Shahir as Dayal

• Aamir Khan as Dahaa (Special Appearance)

• Shruti Haasan as Preeti

• Sathyaraj as Rajasekar

• Upendra as Kaleesha

• Pooja Hegde as Monica (Special appearance in a song)

• Reba Monica John

• Rachita Ram

• Kaali Venkat

• Monisha Blessy

Crew:

• Director: Lokesh Kanagaraj

• Story & Screenplay: Lokesh Kanagaraj

• Producer: Kalanithi Maran (under Sun Pictures)

• Music Director: Anirudh Ravichander

• Cinematography: Girish Gangadharan

• Editor: Philomin Raj

• Stunt Choreography: Anbariv

   

Release Date:

Coolie was released on August 14, 2025.