MUMBAI, India – July 12, 2025 – Indian actress and singer Shruti Haasan recently opened up about her first meaningful interaction with legendary superstar Rajinikanth while working on the highly anticipated film Coolie. The action-drama, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to release on August 14, 2025, and features a star-studded cast, including Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, and Shruti Haasan herself.
In a candid conversation on a popular podcast with Ranveer Allahbadia, Shruti shared her experience of getting to know Rajinikanth, a cultural icon and a towering figure in Indian cinema. Despite her father, Kamal Haasan, sharing a long-standing friendship with Rajinikanth, Shruti revealed that her prior interactions with the superstar were limited to polite formalities. It was only on the set of *Coolie* that she truly connected with him.
“I always knew him as ‘Superstar Rajini sir,’ like everyone else,” Shruti said. “But working with him on Coolie showed me a different side. He’s sharp, witty, and incredibly warm. I even told him, ‘You’re actually really cool!’” She described Rajinikanth as someone who brings positive energy to the set, lifting the mood of everyone around him. “He doesn’t carry the weight of his fame. He’s so easy to talk to, and it makes the whole set a joyful place,” she added.
Shruti, the daughter of veteran actors Kamal Haasan and Sarika, also reflected on the unique qualities that make Rajinikanth a beloved figure. “He’s a unique mix of being shrewd, focused, and deeply kind,” she said. “Stars like him, my father, and Amitabh Bachchan are from a different era. They don’t make them like that anymore.”
Coolie marks Shruti’s first collaboration with Rajinikanth, and she expressed excitement about being part of the project. The film, produced by Sun Pictures, is generating buzz for its stellar cast and gripping storyline centered around gold smuggling. With a global release planned in over 100 countries, Coolie is poised to be one of the biggest Indian films of 2025.
Shruti’s comments have sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to see the on-screen chemistry between her and Rajinikanth. Her heartfelt remarks offer a glimpse into the human side of a superstar who continues to inspire millions worldwide with his humility and charm.
For more updates on Coolie and its star-studded cast, stay tuned as the film gears up for its grand release next month.
