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Rajinikanth\u2019s Coolie makes history as the first Tamil film to cross $2M in US premiere pre-sales, surpassing Kabali, Leo and Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1.<\/h2>\n
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Coolie will release in theatres on August 14. (Photo Credits: Instagram)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n

Lokesh Kanagaraj\u2019s Coolie, headlined by Rajinikanth, is already rewriting box office history before its release. Sun Pictures, the film\u2019s producers, confirmed that the action drama has crossed $2 million in premiere pre-sales in North America \u2014 making it the first-ever Tamil film to achieve this milestone.<\/p>\n

With two days still to go before its worldwide release on August 14, Coolie has overtaken the advance booking numbers of Vijay\u2019s Leo and Mani Ratnam\u2019s Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1. More significantly, Rajinikanth has broken his own record set by Kabali in 2016, which held the previous top spot at $1.9 million for US premieres.<\/p>\n

Rajinikanth Fans Celebrate Record-Breaking Feat<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sharing the news on social media, Sun Pictures wrote, \u201c#Coolie varraan solliko! #Coolie is the First Tamil film to cross $2 million in premiere pre-sales in North America. #Coolie releasing worldwide August 14th.”<\/p>\n

Fans erupted with excitement online, hailing it as a \u201cRajinikanth mass” moment. One user declared, \u201cThe movie will create a new history,” while another celebrated, \u201cAlready record broken.” A devoted fan noted, \u201cWith 2 days left, #Coolie overtakes #Kabali and creates history. Record maker & Record breaker #Thalaivar #Rajinikanth.”<\/p>\n

By surpassing $2 million with days to spare, Coolie has secured its place ahead of Tamil cinema\u2019s previous premiere pre-sale leaders. After Kabali, the list had Leo (2023) in second place, The GOAT (2024) third, Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 (2022) fourth, and Jailer (2023) fifth.<\/p>\n

About Coolie<\/strong><\/p>\n

According to the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC), Coolie follows \u201ca mysterious man [who] takes a stand against a corrupt syndicate exploiting and abusing the workers of a port town” in an intense action drama.<\/p>\n

The film marks Lokesh Kanagaraj\u2019s first collaboration with Rajinikanth and boasts an ensemble cast featuring Nagarjuna, Nimma Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, and Aamir Khan in pivotal roles.<\/p>\n

With massive advance sales, star power, and Kanagaraj\u2019s action-packed storytelling, Coolie is set for a grand opening not just in India, but globally. The hype suggests August 14 could witness one of Tamil cinema\u2019s biggest premieres to date.<\/p>\n

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