Rajinikanth’s much-anticipated Coolie, released this Independence Day weekend, has taken the box office by storm. Marking the superstar’s 50th film, the high-octane entertainer also features Nagarjuna and Aamir Khan in pivotal roles, making it one of the biggest multi-starrer events of the year.

The excitement has reached unprecedented levels, with fans flooding theatres across India and overseas. In an unusual yet celebratory move, several companies — from IT firms to manufacturing units — have declared holidays or granted special leave to employees, allowing them to watch the movie on the first day. Reports suggest that even some overseas companies with a strong South Asian workforce have followed suit, turning the film’s release into a near festival.

Trade analysts predict a record-breaking opening weekend, with advance bookings already reflecting house-full shows for the next several days. Social media is abuzz with fan celebrations, laser shows, and massive cutouts of Rajinikanth, underscoring the film’s cultural impact beyond the screen.