Rajinikanth’s new action entertainer Coolie, which was helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is going strong at the Indian box office. Following a record opening and a robust first week, the movie has been able to maintain its pace on into the second weekend.
In 11 days, Coolie’s overall India collections reach approximately ₹307 Cr gross, establishing the Superstar’s hold at the box office despite decades of supremacy. The movie that released with astronomical hopes logged ₹268 Cr gross within the first week itself, and an additional ₹40 Cr gross within the next four days.
“Coolie” 11 Days India Collections Breakdown
This is how Coolie’s all-India gross looks like after 11 days:
- Tamil Nadu: ₹132 Cr
- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana (AP/TG): ₹66 Cr
- Kerala: ₹25 Cr
- Karnataka: ₹40 Cr
- South India: ₹44 Cr
- Total (All India Gross): ₹307 Cr approx.
This performance is indicative of how the movie is striking a chord with movie-goers in states outside of Tamil Nadu as well.
Tamil Nadu Box Office: Slight Underperformance
Even though it is Rajinikanth’s backyard, Tamil Nadu collections have marginally lagged industry predictions. Industry experts had estimated that Coolie would have raised ₹155 Cr – ₹160 Cr till now in the state based on the festive season and fan frenzy.
Instead, the movie has collected ₹132 Cr in 11 days. Although this is still a good figure, the difference indicates that the mixed reviews and tough competition from other movies might have marred its local box office run.
But trade sources opine that if the movie does well in its third weekend, particularly with the Vinayaka Chavithi festival lift, it can easily cross the ₹150 Cr barrier in Tamil Nadu at the end of its complete run.
Strong Hold in Other States
While Tamil Nadu is marginally short of expectations, Coolie has performed very well in other parts.
- AP/TG Box Office: With ₹66 Cr gross in 11 days, the film is going great in Telugu states, even with competition from local releases.
- Kerala and Karnataka: Rajinikanth’s popularity in Kerala and Karnataka has been tested once again. With ₹25 Cr in Kerala and ₹40 Cr in Karnataka, the film has logged one of the best openings ever for a Tamil film in these states.
- North India Market: The pleasant surprise has been North India, wherein Coolie earned ₹44 Cr in 11 days. It is an indication of Rajinikanth’s increasing popularity among Hindi-speaking people, facilitated by Lokesh Kanagaraj’s pan-India storytelling strategy.
Reviews, WOM, and Audience Response
The reception of Coolie has been a mixed-to-positive one. While Rajinikanth fans are overjoyed to see their Superstar as a mass action hero, some critics have complained that the second half failed to match the intensity of Lokesh Kanagaraj’s previous films.
However, word of mouth (WOM) has been robust enough to maintain collections, particularly beyond Tamil Nadu. The Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) element has also added to the buzz, attracting youth and action fans.
Can Coolie Cross More Milestones?
Having ₹307 Cr in 11 days already, trade analysts are hopeful about the movie’s long run. If the movie does well during Vinayaka Chavithi holidays, it can easily cross:
- ₹350 Cr gross in India by the third weekend
- Could potentially target ₹400 Cr+ lifetime gross, subject to weekday holds
For a Rajinikanth release, the expectations are always high. But given the performance in several territories, Coolie has already turned out to be one of the biggest Tamil hits of 2025.
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Final Thoughts
Rajinikanth’s Coolie might not have seen its full potential in Tamil Nadu as yet, but its box office performance elsewhere in India demonstrates the Superstar’s unparalleled box office clout. With good collections in AP/TG, Kerala, Karnataka, and North India, the film is poised to enjoy a good run in the weeks to come.
As the festival season goes on, trade circles are keenly observing to observe whether Coolie is able to reach past ₹150 Cr in Tamil Nadu and look for a pan-India gross of ₹400 Cr+.
In the meantime, the film continues to be a box office hit, which further reinforces Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s grip on Indian cinema.
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