Coolie (2025)
DirectorLokesh Kanagaraj
StarringRajinikanth, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Soubin Shahir, Upendra
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Best for: Fans of Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj who enjoy intense, crime-driven action thrillers.
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Coolie OTT release date
| Theatrical release (India) | 14 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| OTT / digital release (India) | 11 September 2025 |
| Gap between theatre and OTT | 28 days |
| Streaming now on | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads |
Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.
Coolie story (no spoilers)
Coolie follows Deva, a man living a quiet life until his close friend dies under suspicious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth, Deva infiltrates a powerful gang operating in the shadows. As he investigates, he becomes entangled in a dangerous web of crime, betrayal, and secrets from his own past, forcing him to confront powerful enemies while protecting the ones he loves. The film is a Tamil-language action thriller with a runtime of 170 minutes, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Rajinikanth as Deva. The tone is tense and crime-driven, with Deva's infiltration of the gang driving the central conflict as he balances uncovering the truth with safeguarding those close to him.
Should you watch Coolie?
Watch it for
- Rajinikanth plays Deva, a man who goes from a quiet life to infiltrating a powerful gang, a role that anchors the film's crime-thriller plot.
- Director Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for gritty action storytelling, helms this 170-minute action thriller with a focus on crime and betrayal.
- The cast includes Nagarjuna Akkineni as Simon, Soubin Shahir as Dhayal/Dilip, and Upendra as Kaleesha, bringing together stars from multiple industries.
- Anirudh Ravichander's music sets the tone for a tense, action-packed narrative about a man confronting powerful enemies.
Skip it if
- You prefer lighter, family-friendly entertainment; Coolie is certified A and deals with crime and betrayal.
- You are not a fan of long runtimes; at 170 minutes, the film demands a significant time commitment.
- You dislike action thrillers that involve gang infiltration and past secrets coming back to haunt the protagonist.
Coolie cast
Rajinikanthas Devaraj 'Deva'
Nagarjuna Akkinenias Simon
Soubin Shahiras Dhayal/Dilip
Upendraas Kaleesha
Shruti Haasanas Preeti
Sathyarajas Rajasekar
Aamir Khanas Dahaa
Rachita Ramas Kalyani
Kanna Ravias Arjun
Lollu Sabha Maaranas Kumar
Dhilebanas Saravanan
Kaali Venkatas PalanisamyCoolie movie details
| Director | Lokesh Kanagaraj |
|---|---|
| Writer | Lokesh Kanagaraj, Chandhru Anbazhagan |
| Music | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Cinematography | Girish Gangadharan |
| Producer | Kalanithi Maran |
| Release date | 14 August 2025 |
| Runtime | 2h 50m (170 minutes) |
| Original language | Tamil |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Tamil |
| Original title | கூலி |
| Certificate (India) | A |
| Budget | $43.0 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $57.9 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Coolie family friendly?
Coolie is certified A in India, indicating strong violence and mature themes; this is a general guide and viewer discretion is advised. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Coolie brings together Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a crime thriller about a man infiltrating a gang to uncover the truth behind his friend's death. With a 170-minute runtime and an A certificate, it is aimed at adult audiences who enjoy intense action and complex plots. The film's focus on betrayal and past secrets adds depth to the standard gangster narrative.
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Where can I watch Coolie online in India?
Coolie is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in India. It is also available for rent on Amazon Video.
When did Coolie release in theatres?
Coolie was released in theatres on 13 August 2025, with a theatrical release in India on 14 August 2025.
Who is in the cast of Coolie?
The cast includes Rajinikanth as Devaraj 'Deva', Nagarjuna Akkineni as Simon, Soubin Shahir as Dhayal/Dilip, Upendra as Kaleesha, Shruti Haasan as Preeti, Sathyaraj as Rajasekar, Aamir Khan as Dahaa, and Rachita Ram as Kalyani.
What is the runtime of Coolie?
Coolie has a runtime of 170 minutes.
What is the certificate rating of Coolie?
Coolie is certified A in India, meaning it is restricted to adult audiences.
Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.