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=== Casting === | === Casting === | ||
Rajinikanth will sport a grey-shaded hairstyle and beard, similar to his look in Kaala (2018). Director Lokesh Kanagaraj said he wanted to show a darker side of Rajinikanth’s character, like in some of his earlier films. Sathyaraj plays Rajasekar, marking his reunion with Rajinikanth after 38 years, since Mr. Bharath (1986). | Rajinikanth will sport a grey-shaded hairstyle and beard, similar to his look in Kaala (2018).<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sundar |first=Anusha |date=27 June 2024 |title=Coolie update: Lokesh Kanagaraj drops surprise details about the Rajinikanth film |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/coolie-update-lokesh-kanagaraj-drops-surprise-details-about-the-rajinikanth-film/a05988af80582 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240627034123/https://www.ottplay.com/news/coolie-update-lokesh-kanagaraj-drops-surprise-details-about-the-rajinikanth-film/a05988af80582 |archive-date=27 June 2024 |access-date=5 July 2024 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=27 June 2024 |title=Rajinikanth's stunning look from Coolie unveiled by director Lokesh Kanagaraj. See |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/tamil/rajinikanths-stunning-look-from-coolie-unveiled-by-director-lokesh-kanagaraj-see-9417908/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240628014325/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/tamil/rajinikanths-stunning-look-from-coolie-unveiled-by-director-lokesh-kanagaraj-see-9417908/ |archive-date=28 June 2024 |access-date=5 July 2024 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Director Lokesh Kanagaraj said he wanted to show a darker side of Rajinikanth’s character, like in some of his earlier films. Sathyaraj plays Rajasekar, marking his reunion with Rajinikanth after 38 years, since Mr. Bharath (1986).<ref>{{Cite news |date=29 May 2024 |title=Sathyaraj joins Rajinikanth-Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie' |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/sathyaraj-joins-rajinikanth-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie/article68228434.ece |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240529130105/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/sathyaraj-joins-rajinikanth-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie/article68228434.ece |archive-date=29 May 2024 |access-date=29 May 2024 |work=[[The Hindu]] |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=27 May 2024 |title=Sathyaraj-Rajinikanth end feud, join forces for Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie' |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/sathyaraj-rajinikanth-end-feud-join-forces-for-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie-2544276-2024-05-27 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240527092630/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/sathyaraj-rajinikanth-end-feud-join-forces-for-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie-2544276-2024-05-27 |archive-date=27 May 2024 |access-date=5 July 2024 |website=India Today |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=31 August 2024 |title=Sathyaraj is introduced as Rajasekar in Rajinikanth-Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie' |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/sathyaraj-is-introduced-as-rajasekar-in-rajinikanth-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie/article68589550.ece |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240831134014/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/sathyaraj-is-introduced-as-rajasekar-in-rajinikanth-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie/article68589550.ece |archive-date=31 August 2024 |access-date=24 January 2025 |website=The Hindu |language=en}}</ref> | ||
Nagarjuna plays Simon and praised Lokesh’s modern “Gen Z” filmmaking style. He said the role felt “very liberating” and was happy to play an antagonist, though he was finalised only after six or seven meetings with Lokesh. Soubin Shahir makes his Tamil debut as Dayal, a role first offered to Fahadh Faasil, who declined due to scheduling conflicts. Upendra plays Kaleesha, marking his return to Tamil cinema after 16 years since Satyam (2008). Shruti Haasan, who had worked with Lokesh earlier in a music video, was confirmed in August 2024. She revealed her role, Preethi, is Rajasekar’s (Sathyaraj’s) daughter. The names of the main characters were revealed through posters between late August and early September 2024. | Nagarjuna plays Simon and praised Lokesh’s modern “Gen Z” filmmaking style.<ref>{{Cite web |date=29 August 2024 |title=Nagarjuna is Simon in Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', Lokesh Kanagaraj welcomes him |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/nagarjuna-as-simon-in-rajinikanth-coolie-tamil-film-lokesh-kanagaraj-welcomes-him-with-official-poster-2590187-2024-08-29 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240829124954/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/nagarjuna-as-simon-in-rajinikanth-coolie-tamil-film-lokesh-kanagaraj-welcomes-him-with-official-poster-2590187-2024-08-29 |archive-date=29 August 2024 |access-date=24 January 2025 |website=India Today |language=en}}</ref> He said the role felt “very liberating” and was happy to play an antagonist, though he was finalised only after six or seven meetings with Lokesh. Soubin Shahir makes his Tamil debut as Dayal, a role first offered to Fahadh Faasil, who declined due to scheduling conflicts. Upendra plays Kaleesha, marking his return to Tamil cinema after 16 years since Satyam (2008). Shruti Haasan, who had worked with Lokesh earlier in a music video, was confirmed in August 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nasreen |first=Raisa |date=4 December 2024 |title=Shruti Haasan On Working With Rajinikanth In Coolie "There Is So Much To Learn From Him" |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tamil/shruti-haasan-talks-about-working-with-rajinikanth-in-coolie-article-115968060 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241208141704/https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tamil/shruti-haasan-talks-about-working-with-rajinikanth-in-coolie-article-115968060 |archive-date=8 December 2024 |access-date=24 January 2025 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref> She revealed her role, Preethi, is Rajasekar’s (Sathyaraj’s) daughter. The names of the main characters were revealed through posters between late August and early September 2024. | ||
Reba Monica John joined the Hyderabad schedule, though her role was only confirmed in December 2024. Junior MGR joined after a recommendation from Kamal Haasan and lost 23 kg for his role. Monisha Blessy was cast after impressing Lokesh with her performance in Maaveeran (2023). Kaali Venkat, Rishikanth, and Kanna Ravi were confirmed through promotional material. Kannada actress Rachita Ram makes her Tamil debut, and Tamizh and Charle were confirmed through their appearance in the trailer. | Reba Monica John joined the Hyderabad schedule, though her role was only confirmed in December 2024. Junior MGR joined after a recommendation from Kamal Haasan and lost 23 kg for his role. Monisha Blessy was cast after impressing Lokesh with her performance in Maaveeran (2023). Kaali Venkat, Rishikanth, and Kanna Ravi were confirmed through promotional material. Kannada actress Rachita Ram makes her Tamil debut, and Tamizh and Charle were confirmed through their appearance in the trailer.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-08-15 |title=Meet the Kannada actress who made her debut in Kollywood, with Rajnikanth's Coolie, as a villain |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/meet-the-kannada-actress-who-made-her-debut-in-kollywood-with-rajnikanths-coolie-as-a-villain/articleshow/123323000.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.fo/yAsEj |archive-date=2025-08-16 |access-date=2025-08-16 |website=The Times of India}}</ref> | ||
In October 2024, reports emerged that Aamir Khan would make a cameo, reuniting with Rajinikanth after Aatank Hi Aatank (1995) and marking his first role in a South Indian production. His presence at the Jaipur shoot in December supported these rumours, and Upendra confirmed his casting in April 2025. Khan said he accepted the role without reading the script out of admiration for Rajinikanth. In July 2025, a character poster revealed his role as Dahaa. | In October 2024, reports emerged that Aamir Khan would make a cameo, reuniting with Rajinikanth after Aatank Hi Aatank (1995) and marking his first role in a South Indian production.<ref>{{Cite web |date=14 October 2024 |title=An Aamir Khan Cameo In Rajinikanth's Coolie |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-set-for-a-cameo-in-rajinikanth-s-coolie-reports-6785586 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250126104145/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-set-for-a-cameo-in-rajinikanth-s-coolie-reports-6785586 |archive-date=26 January 2025 |access-date=24 January 2025 |website=NDTV |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Jayaraman |first=N. P. |date=12 November 2024 |title=Aamir Khan and Rajinikanth team up after 30 years for Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie' |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-and-rajinikanth-team-up-after-30-years-for-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie-3229836 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241112053921/https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-and-rajinikanth-team-up-after-30-years-for-lokesh-kanagarajs-coolie-3229836 |archive-date=12 November 2024 |access-date=12 February 2025 |website=Deccan Herald |language=en}}</ref> His presence at the Jaipur shoot in December supported these rumours, and Upendra confirmed his casting in April 2025. Khan said he accepted the role without reading the script out of admiration for Rajinikanth. In July 2025, a character poster revealed his role as Dahaa.<ref name=":11">{{Cite web |date=3 July 2025 |title=Aamir Khan rocks rugged look as Dahaa in Rajinikanth's Coolie, first look out |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/aamir-khan-rocks-rugged-avatar-as-dahaa-in-rajinikanth-coolie-first-look-out-2750308-2025-07-03 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250703154837/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/aamir-khan-rocks-rugged-avatar-as-dahaa-in-rajinikanth-coolie-first-look-out-2750308-2025-07-03 |archive-date=3 July 2025 |access-date=3 July 2025 |website=India Today |language=en}}</ref> | ||
Pooja Hegde will appear as the title character in the dance number “Monica,” which is a tribute to Italian actress Monica Bellucci. | Pooja Hegde will appear as the title character in the dance number “Monica,” which is a tribute to Italian actress Monica Bellucci.<ref>{{Cite web |date=17 July 2025 |title=Lokesh Kanagaraj reveals why Pooja Hegde is called 'Monica' in Rajinikanth's 'Coolie'; makers reveal making video |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/lokesh-kanagaraj-reveals-why-pooja-hegde-is-called-monica-in-rajinikanths-coolie-makers-reveal-making-video/articleshow/122641340.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20250718094735/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/lokesh-kanagaraj-reveals-why-pooja-hegde-is-called-monica-in-rajinikanths-coolie-makers-reveal-making-video/articleshow/122641340.cms |archive-date=18 July 2025 |access-date=18 July 2025 |website=The Times of India}}</ref> | ||
=== Filming === | === Filming === | ||