Rajinikanth’s Input Alters "Coolie’s" Original Vision
Despite massive hype, "Coolie" left fans underwhelmed. Industry buzz suggests Rajinikanth requested script changes, cameos, and narrative tweaks, limiting Lokesh Kanagaraj’s creative freedom. This shift reportedly led to a mixed audience response. Though it opened strong, word of mouth has dipped, and losses are being reported in Telugu markets.