- Rajinikanth – the record-breaker
- Aamir Khan – a cameo from the heart
- Nagarjuna – the stylish antagonist
- Shruti Haasan – adding emotional depth
- Pooja Hegde – a ₹3 crore dance
- Sathyaraj – a reunion for the ages
- Upendra – Kannada cinema’s contribution
- Soubin Shahir – a Tamil debut
- Lokesh Kanagaraj – the visionary director
- Anirudh Ravichander – music that sells
- Big budget, bigger profits
- Final word
The excitement around Coolie is off the charts. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, this Tamil action thriller releases on August 14, 2025, and comes with a reported budget of ₹350–400 crore.
While the film promises explosive action and a gripping storyline, it’s also in the spotlight for the staggering salaries of its cast and crew—figures.
Discover the complete breakdown of Coolie cast fees, including Rajinikanth’s record paycheck, star salaries, and crew earnings for the 2025 blockbuster directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.
Rajinikanth – the record-breaker
Rajinikanth, fondly called Thalaiva, plays Deva, a gold smuggler. At 74, he still commands unmatched star power.
According to Deccan Herald, his fee sits around ₹200 crore, while Times Now reports an even higher ₹260–280 crore.
Early estimates put it between ₹150–250 crore, showing just how valuable he is to the box office.
Aamir Khan – a cameo from the heart
Bollywood icon Aamir Khan appears as Dahaa, a ruthless gangster, for 15 minutes of screen time.
India Today suggested he charged ₹20 crore, but The Economic Times clarified he waived his fee entirely, joining out of admiration for Rajinikanth.
Nagarjuna – the stylish antagonist
Telugu superstar Nagarjuna plays Simon, a role Rajinikanth himself has praised.
India Today and The Economic Times put his fee at ₹10 crore, while Times Now reports it could be as high as ₹24–30 crore.
Shruti Haasan – adding emotional depth
As Preethi, Shruti Haasan reportedly earned ₹4 crore, according to both India Today and Times Now.
Pooja Hegde – a ₹3 crore dance
Times Now reports Pooja Hegde was paid ₹3 crore for her vibrant appearance in the “Monica” song composed by Anirudh Ravichander.
Sathyaraj – a reunion for the ages
Known as Katappa from Baahubali, Sathyaraj reunites with Rajinikanth after decades.
India Today and Deccan Herald state he earned ₹5 crore for the role of Rajasekhar.
Upendra – Kannada cinema’s contribution
Times Now and X posts suggest Upendra Rao was paid ₹4–5 crore for his role as Kaleesha, expanding the film’s reach into Kannada cinema audiences.
Soubin Shahir – a Tamil debut
India Today reports Malayalam star Soubin Shahir earned ₹1 crore for playing Dayal, already making waves with his dance moves in “Monica.”
Lokesh Kanagaraj – the visionary director
BigTVLive claims Lokesh Kanagaraj charged ₹50–60 crore to direct Coolie, a figure that underlines his blockbuster track record.
Anirudh Ravichander – music that sells
The soundtrack, including “Monica,” comes from Anirudh Ravichander, with Times Now reporting his fee at ₹15 crore.
Big budget, bigger profits
Deccan Herald estimates around ₹275 crore of the ₹350–400 crore budget went to salaries.
The Economic Times reports that Coolie’s pre-release business has already crossed ₹550 crore, ensuring major profits before release.
Final word
With Rajinikanth’s mammoth paycheck, Aamir Khan’s heartfelt cameo, and a cast that spans Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Bollywood, Coolie is shaping up to be a landmark film.
The mix of talent and star power suggests it’s not just a release—it’s an event.
Lead Image: Sun Pictures,
Also Read:
War 2 Cast Fees: Jr NTR Bags More Than Hrithik Roshan? Check War 2 Budget Scoop!