Even though several of his films released after that - including blockbusters like Jailer - none truly matched the pre-release hysteria that Kabali enjoyed.
Kabali opened to earth-shattering numbers at the box office, proving the unmatched pull of the Superstar. However, the film fizzled out after the weekend due to poor content from Pa. Ranjith.
Cut to 2025 - Coolie is now shaping up to generate a similar wave of excitement. The hype around the film is growing by the day, and it's not just because of Rajinikanth's presence.
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The combination of director Lokesh Kanagaraj, a powerhouse ensemble cast, Anirudh's music, and a stylishly packaged campaign has elevated expectations sky-high.
It's rare to see this kind of build-up for any film, and many are drawing comparisons to the Kabali pre-release phenomenon.
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But fans are hopeful this time the content will match the buzz, ensuring that Coolie doesn't repeat the post-release fate of Kabali.
If the film lives up to its promise, Rajinikanth might just be on the verge of rewriting the box office narrative - once again, on his own terms.
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