Rajinikanth’s Coolie Gears Up for Second Single Monica Featuring Pooja Hegde.
Superstar Rajinikanth’s much anticipated film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is making headlines once again. After the smashing success of its first single, the makers have officially announced the release date of the second single titled Monica – set to hit music platforms on July 11, 2025. The track features Pooja Hegde and Soubin Shahir, and is expected to be a high energy dance number.
The anticipation around Coolie continues to grow, with the film being listed as IMDb’s Most Anticipated Movie for the remainder of 2025. With a stellar cast and a visionary director, Coolie promises to be a cinematic spectacle.
Monica
The upcoming single Monica is being positioned as a vibrant and high tempo dance track, blending modern beats with classic South Indian musical elements. Featuring Pooja Hegde in a glamorous avatar alongside Soubin Shahir, the song is choreographed by a top Bollywood dance team.
Release Date: July 11, 2025
Genre: Dance / Mass Entertainer
Singers & Music: Yet to be officially revealed, but speculated to be by Anirudh Ravichander
Fans are eagerly awaiting the official lyrical and video teasers, expected to drop in the coming days on Sun Pictures’ official YouTube channel and streaming platforms like Spotify, JioSaavn, Gaana, and Apple Music.
Coolie – A Star Studded Powerhouse
Coolie marks the first ever collaboration between Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj, two giants of Tamil cinema. Known for his signature action packed storytelling (Kaithi, Vikram, Leo), Lokesh is set to reimagine Rajinikanth in a mass role that blends nostalgia and modern cinematic flair.
Cast and Crew:
- Rajinikanth – In a powerful titular role
- Pooja Hegde – Leading lady with an action packed dance number
- Nagarjuna – In a significant supporting role
- Upendra – Adding Kannada star power
- Soubin Shahir – A key character in the film
- Director: Lokesh Kanagaraj
- Music Director: Anirudh Ravichander (speculated)
- Production House: Sun Pictures
Release Date: August 14, 2025 – Worldwide
The film is slated for a global theatrical release on August 14, 2025, just in time for India’s Independence Day weekend. This strategic release window is expected to bring massive footfall to theatres, both in India and overseas.
Trade analysts predict that Coolie could open with record-breaking box office numbers, especially given Rajinikanth’s global fanbase and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s cult following.
Why Coolie Is IMDb’s Most Anticipated Movie for 2025
According to IMDb’s July 2025 list of most anticipated films, Coolie tops the chart due to several factors:
1. Rajinikanth’s comeback to a full-on mass commercial entertainer.
2. Lokesh Kanagaraj’s directorial brand that fuses action, style, and strong storytelling
3. High profile multi language release catering to Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi markets
4. Ensemble star cast and promising musical tracklist
5. Marketing buzz fueled by teaser, posters, and now song releases
Marketing & Fan Hype
The marketing campaign for Coolie has already taken off with full force. The teaser dropped earlier this year garnered over 100 million views across platforms, and the announcement of the second single Monica has pushed the excitement to new heights.
Sun Pictures, the production house, has ramped up its promotional activities across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube, engaging fans through contests, behind the scenes content, and musical previews.
Posters featuring Rajinikanth’s iconic look in Coolie have been spotted on city walls, digital billboards, and metro stations across Chennai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru.
What to Expect from Coolie
Lokesh Kanagaraj has hinted in interviews that Coolie is more than just an action flick it’s a social drama wrapped in a mass entertainer, reflecting the struggle of India’s working class, particularly porters (coolies). There’s speculation that the story touches on themes of labor rights, exploitation, and dignity, set against a thrilling underworld backdrop.
With cinematic grandeur, retro aesthetics, and emotionally powerful moments, Coolie could be Rajinikanth’s most important film in recent years.
Final Word
With the release of Monica just around the corner and a power-packed cast led by Rajinikanth, Coolie is undoubtedly the biggest South Indian movie event of 2025. As the countdown to August 14 begins, fans can’t wait to witness the return of the superstar in full glory, under the direction of Lokesh Kanagaraj.
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