Chennai, August 25, 2025 – Superstar Rajinikanth’s latest blockbuster Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, continues to dominate the global box office. The action-packed entertainer has now crossed ₹480 crore worldwide, overtaking Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan: Part I and claiming the spot as the fourth highest-grossing Tamil film of all time.
Coolie Worldwide Box Office Collection
- India (Net Collection): ₹256.75 crore (₹304 crore gross)
- Overseas Collection: $22 million+ (₹180 crore approx.)
- Worldwide Total: ₹484 crore (and still rising)
With these impressive numbers, Coolie has established itself as one of the biggest Tamil hits of 2025 and is steadily marching toward the coveted ₹500 crore milestone.
Coolie Beats Ponniyin Selvan at the Box Office
Until now, Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan: Part I held the fourth position among Tamil cinema’s top-grossing films. With Coolie surpassing it, Rajinikanth has once again proved his unmatched box office power and global fan following.
Top 5 Highest-Grossing Tamil Films (Worldwide)
- 2.0 – ₹700–800 crore
- Jailer – ₹605–650 crore
- Leo – ₹595–615 crore
- Coolie (2025) – ₹484 crore+
- Ponniyin Selvan: Part I – ₹450–500 crore
Rajinikanth’s Box Office Dominance
Rajinikanth has consistently delivered blockbusters, and Coolie is no exception. The film witnessed a 70% growth on its second Saturday, showing strong word-of-mouth appeal and continued audience demand. Trade experts predict that the movie could comfortably cross the ₹500 crore global mark in the coming days, strengthening its place in Tamil cinema history.
Why Coolie is a Record-Breaker
- Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for his high-octane storytelling.
- Features Rajinikanth in a mass-action avatar, which has thrilled fans.
- Strong collections in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Telugu states.
- Massive overseas response in the US, UAE, Singapore, and Malaysia.
Conclusion
With Coolie crossing ₹480 crore and overtaking Ponniyin Selvan, Rajinikanth has once again proven why he is the “Superstar” of Indian cinema. As the film continues its dream run, fans are now waiting to see whether Coolie can challenge Leo, Jailer, and 2.0 to climb higher in the all-time Tamil box office rankings.
