Coolie Director Lokesh Kanagaraj Says Aamir Khan Is Similar To Kamal Haasan
Updated on: 15 July, 2025 10:53 AM IST |Shweta Shah

Coolie director Lokesh Kanagaraj to make `biggest action movie` with Aamir Khan
Rajinikanth`s Coolie took the internet by storm with the actor`s first look reveal. It has also become one of the most anticipated movies of 2025. This also marks filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj`s first collaboration with the superstar.
Ahead of the movie hitting the big screens, Lokesh opened up about his upcoming lineup and confirmed the release date of Coolie too. The film will see a theatrical release on August 14, competing with Hrithik Roshan`s War 2.
In his recent interview, the director also gave an insight about his experience working with Aamir Khan and hinted at making the `biggest action film` with the actor.
Lokesh Kanagaraj on the Coolie trailer and working with Aamir Khan
The filmmaker sat down for a candid chat with The Hollywood Reporter and spilt some beans on the trailer of Coolie, something that fans are waiting for with bated breath.
"I want to deliver one trailer and then the film. More than that, anything will be a giveaway. All I wanted to deliver was one trailer, and the date is August 2," he said.
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He further spoke about Coolie`s music and said, "When it comes to songs, it is completely Anirudh’s choice. I believe him. We’re both big fans of Monica Bellucci. Initially, we decided to make a song about Monica Bellucci, and later on, we named Pooja Hegde’s character as Monica."
Lokesh Kanagaraj`s chat with Anupama Chopra has already garnered several eyeballs after he hinted at making Leo 2 and Master 2. However, it all depends on Thalapathy Vijay`s availability.
The director also gave an insight about his upcoming projects and said, "After Kaithi 2, my next would be Aamir sir’s movie. It will be a Hindi film but meant for a global audience, not just for Indians. He is a lot similar to Kamal sir. For now, I can’t say if it’s a superhero film, but it will be the biggest action movie."
More about Coolie
The Rajinikanth starrer recently dropped its second song titled Monica, a musical ode to Italian actress Monica Bellucci. It features Pooja Hegde shining and grooving on the retro-inspired number.
Apart from Thalaiva, the upcoming action drama also stars Shruti Haasan, Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, and Sathyaraj in prominent roles. The Sitaare Zameen Par actor will be doing a cameo in the film.
Coolie releases on August 14 in cinemas near you.
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