Rajinikanth to Face Off Against Nagarjuna in 'Coolie'; Aamir Khan's Role Revealed

The anticipation for 'Coolie', Lokesh Kanagaraj's highly anticipated action film starring Rajinikanth, has reached new heights. Actor Nagarjuna Akkineni has officially announced his role as Thalaiva's adversary, setting the stage for one of the most significant showdowns in Tamil cinema this year.

Nagarjuna confirms his role as Rajinikanth's opponent in Coolie

"It's Him Against Me," States Nagarjuna

In a recent interview, Nagarjuna revealed details about his character as the film's primary antagonist. The 'Kuberaa' actor described the experience as enjoyable, highlighting its departure from his previous roles. "Being the main antagonist, I had many scenes with Rajinikanth sir... It’s him against me."

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The confirmation puts an end to speculation surrounding the face-off between Rajinikanth and Nagarjuna in 'Coolie', adding considerable excitement to the already star-studded project.

Aamir Khan's Unique Role

Addressing the presence of Bollywood star Aamir Khan in 'Coolie', Nagarjuna clarified, "Aamir Khan and I don’t share any scenes in the film — our parts belong to two different chapters. But I watched his performance later... and trust me, you'll see a completely new side of Aamir. It’s going to shock you."

Reports from Pinkvilla suggest that Aamir Khan's involvement is more substantial than a brief appearance. He is expected to feature in the film's final 15 minutes in a high-impact sequence. Sources indicate that Rajinikanth and Aamir Khan will share screen time in a powerful confrontation, filled with intense dialogue and gripping action. These scenes were reportedly filmed in Rajasthan, with Aamir Khan dedicating a 10-day shooting schedule.

'Coolie' Set for Pan-Indian Release on August 14

'Coolie' boasts an impressive cast, including Shruti Haasan, Upendra Rao, Sathyaraj, Soubin Shahir, Reba Monica John, and others. This marks the first collaboration between director Lokesh Kanagaraj and Rajinikanth, and it is not part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). The film is scheduled to hit theaters on August 14.