Coolie OTT Deal: Rajinikanth’s Film Bags ₹120 Cr Deal
18 March 2025, 12:10 pm
Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ Secures a Massive ₹120 Crore OTT Deal
Amazon Prime Video Acquires Streaming Rights for Rajinikanth’s Magnum Opus
Rajinikanth’s upcoming action thriller, Coolie, has created an unparalleled buzz in the Indian film industry. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film marks the first collaboration between the superstar and the acclaimed filmmaker, raising anticipation among moviegoers. Adding to the excitement, recent reports confirm that Amazon Prime Video has secured the film’s OTT rights for a record-breaking ₹120 crore—one of the highest in Kollywood’s history.

A Cinematic Spectacle in the Making
Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for his Vikram and Leo, has established a reputation for grand-scale storytelling and high-octane action sequences. With Coolie, he aims to elevate Rajinikanth’s on-screen persona, much like his previous collaborations with Kamal Haasan and Thalapathy Vijay. Speculations about the film being connected to the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) have further amplified expectations.
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One of Kollywood’s Biggest OTT Deals
While official confirmation is awaited, reports suggest that Coolie’s ₹120 crore deal surpasses Rajinikanth’s previous blockbuster, Jailer, which sold for ₹100 crore. This deal places Coolie as the third-biggest OTT acquisition in Kollywood, behind:
Rank | Film | OTT Platform | Deal Amount (₹ Crores) |
---|---|---|---|
1st | Thug Life (Kamal Haasan) | Netflix | 149.7 |
2nd | The Greatest Of All Time (Vijay) | Netflix | 125 |
3rd | Coolie (Rajinikanth) | Amazon Prime | 120 |
Tied at third position is Leo, also purchased by Netflix for ₹120 crores.
With Coolie poised to deliver massive box-office success, its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video is expected to extend its dominance in the digital space. Fans eagerly await an official announcement as excitement for Thalaivar’s next big-screen spectacle continues to soar.