Rajinikanth Starrer Thalaivar 171 Titled ‘Coolie’ Revealed by Director Lokesh; Teaser Out

Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj unveiled the official title of his upcoming project with superstar Rajinikanth, previously known as ‘Thalaivar 171,’ as ‘Coolie.’ The announcement was made on social media along with the release of a captivating title teaser.

In the intriguing teaser, set in a factory, workers can be seen intricately working with gold items such as chains and watches. The narrative unfolds with a security breach alarm, prompting a confrontation between Rajinikanth’s character and mysterious individuals in the factory.

The gripping teaser, shot entirely in black and white with the gold color prominently highlighted, showcases intense fight sequences and Rajinikanth’s commanding presence on screen.

Lokesh Kanagaraj expressed his admiration for Rajinikanth with a heartfelt message on Twitter, creating a buzz among fans eagerly awaiting this collaboration. The project, produced by Sun Pictures, has generated significant anticipation since its announcement last year.

Speculations suggest that popular actor Sivakarthikeyan could have a crucial role in the film, although further details about the cast and crew remain undisclosed. Notably, renowned composer Anirudh Ravichander and stunt choreographers Anbariv are part of the talented team helming the project.

Rajinikanth’s last appearance was in daughter Aishwarya’s directorial venture ‘Lal Salaam,’ released earlier this year, while he is currently engaged in shooting for ‘Vettaiyan’ with director TJ Gnanavel, featuring an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, and Rana Daggubati.

Lokesh Kanagaraj, recognized for his successful films like ‘Vikram’ with Kamal Haasan and ‘Leo’ with Vijay, continues to expand his repertoire with diverse projects. The director, who recently made his acting debut in a music video, is also gearing up for ‘Kaithi 2’ alongside actor Karthi.