Coolie: Nagarjuna Reveals Major Details About Rajinikanth and Aamir Khan`s Role
Updated on: 08 July, 2025 01:56 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar

Aamir Khan in Coolie
Lokesh Kanagaraj`s highly anticipated film Coolie, starring none other than Superstar Rajinikanth, is gearing up to be one of the biggest releases of the year. Recent revelations from actor Nagarjuna Akkineni have further amplified the excitement, providing intriguing insights into his and Aamir Khan`s pivotal roles in the mega action entertainer.
Nagarjuna Confirms Antagonist Role and Rajinikanth Face-Off
Nagarjuna recently confirmed that he will be portraying the main antagonist, Simon, in Coolie. This news has sent ripples of excitement through the fan base, as it sets the stage for a monumental clash with Thalaiva himself. In an interview, Nagarjuna expressed his enthusiasm for the role, stating, "This was a fun experience because of how different it is from what I`ve done so far. Being the main antagonist, I had many scenes with Rajini sir. It`s him against me!" While he remained tight-lipped about the overall plot, promotional materials suggest a story revolving around gold smuggling, promising high-octane action.
Adding another layer of intrigue to Coolie is the presence of Bollywood icon Aamir Khan, who will be seen in the role of Dahaa. The makers had previously unveiled a monochrome picture of Aamir smoking a pipe, hinting at his intense character. Nagarjuna, however, clarified that he and Aamir do not share screen space. He revealed, "Aamir and I don`t have scenes together. We have two different chapters in the film. But I saw his work afterwards; his performance is brilliant. You`ll see a new Aamir and be shocked."
Reports suggest that Aamir`s role is far from a mere cameo, with him appearing in a high-voltage, mass-loaded sequence in the final 15 minutes of the film. This sequence, reportedly shot in Rajasthan, will feature a face-off between Rajinikanth and Aamir, packed with intense dialogues and gripping action. Aamir himself confirmed his "cameo" in the Tamil action thriller, expressing his admiration for Rajinikanth: "I`m a huge fan of Rajini Sir. I really love him. The moment I got to know it’s his film, I said, ‘Yes, I’m on’.” He also fondly recalled working with Rajinikanth over three decades ago in Aatank Hi Aatank.
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A Pan-Indian Spectacle Awaiting Release
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Kalanithi Maran`s Sun Pictures, Coolie boasts a formidable ensemble cast including Shruti Haasan, Upendra Rao, Sathyaraj, Soubin Shahir, Reba Monica John, and more. This marks Lokesh Kanagaraj’s first collaboration with Rajinikanth, and importantly, it is not part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). Coolie is scheduled for release on August 14, where it is set to clash with Ayan Mukerji’s War 2 at the box office, setting the stage for a true pan-Indian cinematic storm.
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