The much-awaited South Indian action drama ‘Coolie’, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to hit theatres on August 14, 2025. Fans across India and overseas are eagerly waiting for its release, with advance bookings already generating massive collections. The makers have spared no expense in bringing the film to life, and the star cast has charged staggering amounts for their roles. Let’s take a closer look at how much each actor was paid.
Rajinikanth – ₹200 Crore
The biggest paycheck naturally went to Rajinikanth, who charged a whopping ₹200 crore for his role in Coolie. According to reports by Deccan Herald, the superstar’s fee has left a significant dent in the producer’s budget.
Aamir Khan – ₹20 Crore (Cameo Role)
Bollywood megastar Aamir Khan makes a special cameo appearance in the film. For his brief but impactful role, he reportedly received ₹20 crore.
Nagarjuna – ₹10 Crore
Nagarjuna plays the main antagonist in Coolie. The veteran actor’s villainous role fetched him ₹10 crore.
Shruti Haasan – ₹4 Crore
Shruti Haasan plays Rajinikanth’s daughter in the film and earned ₹4 crore for her performance.
Sathyaraj & Upendra – ₹5 Crore and ₹4 Crore Respectively
Legendary actor Sathyaraj charged ₹5 crore, while Kannada star Upendra made a cameo appearance for ₹4 crore.
Lokesh Kanagaraj – ₹50 Crore
Even the director, Lokesh Kanagaraj, took home a massive paycheck of ₹50 crore, cementing his place among the highest-paid filmmakers in India.
