Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Lokesh Kanagaraj Discusses 'Coolie,' Kamal Haasan and LCU
The director of the upcoming movie 'Coolie' explained some things about the film.
First, 'Coolie' isn't connected to his other movies, meaning it's a story all on its own.
Also, he never planned for Kamal Haasan to be in the movie.
He thinks the roles in 'Coolie' were written just for Rajinikanth, and those in another movie, 'Vikram', for Kamal Haasan.
If they ever got a chance to work together, he'd love to make it happen.
The movie will come out in August 2025 and stars a lot of famous actors.
Lokesh Kanagaraj clarifies that 'Coolie' is a standalone film, not part of his Lokesh Cinematic Universe.
The director never considered casting Kamal Haasan in 'Coolie'.
Kanagaraj believes roles in 'Coolie' and 'Vikram' were written specifically for Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan.
He would welcome a collaboration between Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan if the opportunity arises.
'Coolie' is set to release on August 14, 2025, and features a star-studded cast.
- Who
- Lokesh Kanagaraj, Rajinikanth, and Kamal Haasan.
- What
- Director Lokesh Kanagaraj discusses details about the movie 'Coolie' and his views on casting.
- When
- The interview was recent; the film is set to release on August 14, 2025.
- Where
- The interview was conducted with film critic Bharadwaj Rangan.
- Why
- To clarify that 'Coolie' is not part of the LCU, and discuss why Kamal Haasan wasn't considered for the film.
Director's Intentions
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Role Specificity
Director's Intentions
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj specifically wrote the roles of Coolie and Vikram for Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan respectively.
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- Film Title
- Coolie
- Director
- Lokesh Kanagaraj
- Lead Actor
- Rajinikanth
- Release Date
- August 14, 2025
- LCU Connection
- Standalone film, not connected