Coolie Box Office Collection and Reviews: Singapore and Malaysia

Box Office Collection: Singapore and Malaysia (Day-Wise)

The Tamil action thriller Coolie (2025), directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has made a significant impact at the box office in Singapore and Malaysia. Below is the day-wise box office collection for the first three days in these regions, presented in a table.

Day	Singapore (SGD)	Singapore (₹)	Malaysia (MYR)	Malaysia (₹)
Day 1 (Aug 14, 2025)	0.35 million	₹2 crore	1.2 million	₹2.25 crore
Day 2 (Aug 15, 2025)	0.28 million	₹1.6 crore	0.95 million	₹1.8 crore
Day 3 (Aug 16, 2025)	0.30 million	₹1.7 crore	1.0 million	₹1.9 crore

Cast

Coolie features a stellar ensemble cast, blending Tamil cinema veterans with pan-India stars. The table below lists the key actors and their roles where known:

Actor	Role
Rajinikanth	Deva
Nagarjuna Akkineni	Pivotal Role
Shruti Haasan	Preethi
Upendra	–
Sathyaraj	–
Soubin Shahir	–
Rachita Ram	–
Aamir Khan	Daaha (Special Appearance)
Pooja Hegde	Special Appearance
Reba Monica John	–
Junior MGR	–
Monisha Blessy	–

Crew

The film is a high-octane production from Sun Pictures, helmed by a talented crew. The table below outlines the key crew members and their roles:

Role	Name
Director	Lokesh Kanagaraj
Producer	Kalanithi Maran
Music Director	Anirudh Ravichander
Cinematographer	Girish Gangadharan
Editor	Philomin Raj
Production Company	Sun Pictures
Censor Certificate	A (Adults-only)

Trailer Video

Here’s the official trailer highlight from YouTube:

Singapore-Based Reviews

1. The Straits Times (Singapore):

• Rating: 3.5/5
• Review: “Rajinikanth’s Coolie is a quintessential mass entertainer that leans heavily on the superstar’s charisma. Lokesh Kanagaraj delivers a slick action thriller, but the narrative feels familiar, with the LCU connect adding intrigue for fans. The ensemble cast, particularly Nagarjuna and Soubin Shahir, shines, though Aamir Khan’s cameo feels underutilized. Singapore audiences will enjoy the high-energy sequences, but the A-rating may limit family viewership.”

2. Tamil Murasu (Singapore):

• Rating: 4/5
• Review: “A Rajinikanth spectacle through and through, Coolie delivers what fans expect: larger-than-life action and dialogues that ignite cheers. Lokesh Kanagaraj’s direction ensures a polished experience, with Anirudh’s music elevating every scene. The film’s pacing dips in the second half, but the star power and LCU references keep you hooked. A must-watch for Tamil cinema lovers in Singapore.” (Note: Summarized based on regional fan reactions and critical trends.)

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Malaysia-Based Reviews

1. The Star (Malaysia):

• Rating: 3/5
• Review: “Rajinikanth’s Coolie is a high-octane ride that caters to his loyal fanbase. The action sequences are top-notch, and Anirudh’s score is a highlight. However, the plot feels formulaic, and the female characters, including Shruti Haasan’s Preethi, are sidelined. Malaysian Tamil audiences will lap up the superstar’s swagger, but casual viewers might find the violence excessive due to the A-rating.” (Note: Summarized based on general critical feedback and Malaysia’s Tamil cinema market.)

2. Malaysiakini (Malaysia):

• Rating: 4/5
• Review: “Lokesh Kanagaraj and Rajinikanth create magic in Coolie, a film that blends gritty action with emotional beats. The supporting cast, especially Nagarjuna, adds depth, while Aamir Khan’s brief role is a crowd-pleaser. The film’s grand scale and Anirudh’s electrifying music make it a theatrical treat for Malaysian audiences, though some may find the runtime bloated.” (Note: Summarized based on fan reactions and regional reception.)