Director Lokesh Kanagaraj is over the moon after none other than Superstar Rajinikanth himself praised his upcoming film, “Coolie,” likening it to the iconic 1991 movie “Thalapathi.”
Rajinikanth’s Praise and Lokesh’s Dream
Lokesh Kanagaraj recently shared his immense joy after Rajinikanth watched a cut of “Coolie.” The superstar reportedly hugged the director and exclaimed, “It looked like Thalapathi for me!” This comment left Lokesh incredibly elated, confirming his vision for the film.
For Lokesh, Mani Ratnam’s “Thalapathi” remains his absolute favourite Rajinikanth film. He had always aimed to achieve a similar blend of artistic merit and commercial appeal in “Coolie,” mirroring the balance that made “Thalapathi” a timeless classic.
“That made my day, and that was the night I slept very peacefully after many months,” Lokesh revealed. He admitted that while he couldn’t match Mani Ratnam’s unparalleled quality, getting Rajinikanth’s direct validation felt like a significant achievement.
Crafting a Film for the Superstar
Lokesh also opened up about the experience of writing for the legendary actor. He initially conceived a fantasy film for Rajinikanth, which the superstar readily approved. However, assembling such a project proved to be time-consuming, requiring at least a year and a half to get off the ground.
The director found immense pleasure in crafting the script for Rajinikanth, noting that “you can write anything for the actor because he is larger than life.” Despite incorporating new techniques and styles into “Coolie,” Lokesh emphasized that it will fundamentally remain a “Rajini sir film,” a characteristic he has no desire to alter.
“Coolie”: High Expectations and Star Power
With just one month left until its worldwide release, anticipation for “Coolie” is sky-high. This film marks the highly anticipated first collaboration between Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj, promising a fresh cinematic experience for fans.
The action thriller boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring popular names like Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, and Sathyaraj. Additionally, Shruti Haasan is part of the lineup, and Bollywood icon Aamir Khan is set to make a special cameo appearance, further amplifying the buzz around the film.
- Director Lokesh Kanagaraj aimed for “Coolie” to emulate the artistic and commercial balance of Rajinikanth’s “Thalapathi.”
- Rajinikanth’s personal feedback, comparing “Coolie” to “Thalapathi,” brought immense satisfaction to Lokesh.
- Lokesh enjoyed writing for Rajinikanth, ensuring that despite new techniques, “Coolie” remains true to the superstar’s persona.
- “Coolie” is a highly anticipated action thriller with a stellar cast, including Nagarjuna, Upendra, and a cameo by Aamir Khan.
As the countdown begins, fans eagerly await to see if “Coolie” lives up to the lofty comparison and delivers the blockbuster experience expected from a Rajinikanth-Lokesh collaboration.
