Coolie Sets New Benchmarks with Massive Overseas Opening
"Rajinikanth's Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, shatters records with $8.76 million overseas opening day gross – the biggest ever for a Tamil film in 2025. Check country-wise breakdown and comparisons."
Superstar Rajinikanth's latest blockbuster, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has kicked off its international run in spectacular fashion. The film raked in an impressive $8.76 million gross on its opening day (including premiere shows), marking the highest overseas debut for any Indian movie released in 2025.
This phenomenal start also establishes Coolie as the all-time biggest overseas opener among Tamil films, surpassing the previous record held by Leo ($8.08 million). Additionally, it ranks as the second-highest opening day gross internationally for an Indian production overall, trailing only behind the iconic Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.
Here's a detailed breakdown of the opening day performance across key overseas markets:
| Region | Local Currency / Admits | USD Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| USA | $3,396,893 | $3.397 Million |
| Canada | CAD 573,731 | $416K |
| UK & Ireland | £491,829 | $667K |
| Australia | A$535,350 | $349K |
| New Zealand | NZ$76,348 | $45K |
| Europe | - | $650K |
| UAE & Rest of GCC | - | $1.82 Million |
| Singapore | SGD 480K | $374K |
| Malaysia | MYR 3.25 Million | $771K |
| Sri Lanka | LKR 5.15 Crores | $170K |
| Rest of the World (Estimates) | - | $100K |
Total Overseas Opening Day Gross: $8.76 Million (approximately ₹76.8 Crores)
This record-shattering performance underscores Rajinikanth's enduring global appeal and the strong anticipation surrounding this high-octane action entertainer.
