Since the release of Rajinikanth’s highly anticipated movie Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, social media has been filled with trolls and criticism. Many viewers feel Coolie is the weakest film from Lokesh so far, despite the massive build-up before release.
From the time of its announcement, Coolie carried huge expectations and generated a rampage in pre-bookings. However, once it reached theatres, audience reactions turned mixed, with several people pointing out flaws in the storytelling and execution.
Many feel that the screenplay of Coolie mirrors Lokesh Kanagaraj’s earlier hit Vikram, which shows a lack of new direction. According to viewers, he needs to step away from his formulaic approach and attempt something more refreshing.
Audiences argue that his films often include predictable elements such as a song within the first ten minutes, cameos that add no value, and repeated bits like Agent Tina. Reports suggest Coolie even had a similar scene along with vintage song fight sequences.
For many, Leo and Coolie have shown a dip in the quality of Lokesh’s work. To reclaim his position, fans believe he must raise his standards, evolve his filmmaking style, and deliver something unique with his next movie.
Ultimately, Coolie has left many viewers disappointed, and the pressure is now on Lokesh Kanagaraj. All eyes are on Kaithi 2, where audiences expect him to make a strong comeback and once again prove his full potential.
