Coolie Movie Review: Rajinikanth roars back, Nagarjuna 'wasted'

When two legends share the screen, expectations soar, and Coolie delivers plenty of moments for fans to cheer. Lokesh Kanagaraj’s mass entertainer delivers vintage Rajinikanth moments, but leaves mixed feelings about its villain arc. Thalaivar Rajinikanth returns in peak swag mode, reminding audiences why he’s the undisputed Boss. And Nagarjuna steps in as the suave antagonist, but while his performance is commanding, not everyone is pleased with how his character is handled.

Rajinikanth: The Swag King Returns

Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Coolie resurrects the larger-than-life superstar with his trademark cigarette flip, stylish walk, and sharp one-liners that send theatres into a frenzy.

At 74, Rajini proves once again why he’s a phenomenon across cultures, capable of commanding whistles with just the twitch of an eyebrow. This is Rajini in his element, unapologetically massy, brimming with charisma, and reminding everyone exactly who’s the boss.

A Theatre Experience Meant for Fans

Watching Coolie is less of a passive film experience and more of a celebration as Rajini is back with full force. It thrives best when the cinema hall is packed with Rajini fans, soaking in the aura, the dialogues, and the nostalgia. However, the film itself, weighed down by towering expectations and Kanagaraj’s ambitious vision, occasionally stumbles in narrative consistency.

Nagarjuna: The Perfect Villain or a Missed Opportunity?

Opposite Rajinikanth stands Nagarjuna as Simon, a character poised to be a powerful nemesis. The actor’s regal presence and intensity promise a worthy adversary for Thalaivar. Kanagaraj reportedly took time to lock him in for the role, but once in, Nagarjuna matched Rajini’s energy in several high-octane moments.

Yet, a section of fans believe his potential wasn’t fully tapped. For them, the villain’s arc lacked depth, undermining the stakes of the hero-villain face-off.

Fans Praise and Express Disappointment

Social media reactions tell a divided story. Some fans wrote, “Wasted Nagarjuna and Sathyaraj’s characters,” while others lamented the ending scene of Simon’s character as anticlimactic.

One blunt post read: “How did you agree to the ending scene, sir? Don’t you have a heart?”

Others, however, disagreed, hailing Nagarjuna and co-actor Soubin Shahir for delivering 'peak level villainism' and matching Rajini’s mass appeal.

Final Verdict: Swag Over Substance

Based on reactions of social media users, Coolie is undeniably a Rajinikanth show, a celebration of style, charisma, and nostalgia. Nagarjuna adds gravitas, even if not everyone is satisfied with his role’s trajectory. For fans, the film is worth watching just for the electric moments between two cinema legends. For others, the uneven execution might dull some of the shine.