In a surprising turn at the box office, Coolie—starring superstar Rajinikanth alongside Nagarjuna—has faced a steep drop in the Hindi belt, falling short of early expectations. Released across India in multiple languages, this Tamil action thriller was initially poised for box office glory but now finds itself struggling to maintain momentum after a lukewarm Monday. Still, a significant milestone is within reach: it needs just ₹2.5 crore more in Hindi collections to surpass Robot, another Rajinikanth classic, in lifetime earnings.
The film entered its fifth day in theatres on August 19, 2025, with much at stake. According to industry sources, Coolie earned ₹12 crore on Day 5 across all versions. However, only ₹1.75 crore came from the Hindi belt—a sharp 61% drop from its ₹4.5 crore opening in that region. Despite the setback, the total Hindi net collection now stands at ₹21.5 crore. That puts Coolie within touching distance of surpassing Robot (₹24 crore) and challenging Ponniyin Selvan (₹25 crore), possibly breaking into the top 3 Tamil films in Hindi box office history.
How Is Coolie Performing at the Hindi Box Office?
The box office trajectory of Coolie reveals a mixed narrative. While the film has been well-received in Tamil-speaking regions, it is showing signs of fatigue in the Hindi market—often considered the make-or-break territory for pan-India projects.
Here’s the day-wise breakdown of Coolie‘s Hindi collections so far:
Day 1 (Thursday): ₹4.5 crore
Day 2 (Friday): ₹6.3 crore
Day 3 (Saturday): ₹4.25 crore
Day 4 (Sunday): ₹4.75 crore
Day 5 (Monday): ₹1.75 crore
Total (5 Days): ₹21.5 crore (Net Hindi), ₹25.37 crore (Gross Hindi)
This 5-day figure signals both opportunity and challenge. The dip on Monday, typically a litmus test for film sustainability, highlights a possible waning interest—especially as new releases like War 2 and Mahavatar Narsimha dominate audience attention.
Why This Drop Could Be a Game-Changer
The Monday drop of 61% in the Hindi belt could be a pivotal moment for Coolie. While this kind of dip is not uncommon, especially after a weekend surge, it raises concerns about the film’s staying power in the Hindi heartland. Industry watchers believe that if the mid-week collections don’t stabilize, the film might wrap up its theatrical run sooner than expected in non-Tamil regions.
Still, there’s a silver lining. Rajinikanth’s Coolie is now within reach of breaking into the top-performing Kollywood films in Hindi territory:
Current Position: ₹21.5 crore
Next Milestone: Robot at ₹24 crore
Beyond That: Ponniyin Selvan at ₹25 crore, Kabali at ₹28 crore
Crossing these benchmarks would cement Coolie as one of the most successful Tamil films dubbed in Hindi, despite its weaker weekday showing.
What’s Next for Coolie at the Box Office?
The immediate focus for Coolie will be retaining its audience through the mid-week slump. With War 2 underperforming and Mahavatar Narsimha drawing large crowds, there is still a gap in the action thriller space that Coolie can exploit—if the content resonates.
If it crosses the ₹24 crore mark in the next few days, it will dethrone Robot from its long-standing position and could push towards the ₹30 crore milestone, currently held by Kabali. While surpassing that figure might be an uphill task, the next two days are crucial.
From here on, sustaining even a modest daily collection of ₹1–1.5 crore in the Hindi market will ensure a respectable finish. The film’s performance in the South continues to remain steady, offering some breathing room.
Coolie’s current box office performance shows a tale of two markets—one thriving and the other teetering—but its overall journey is far from over.
For your information:
What is Coolie’s total Hindi box office collection so far?
As of Day 5, Coolie has collected ₹21.5 crore net in the Hindi belt and ₹25.37 crore gross.
How much did Coolie earn on Monday?
On Day 5 (Monday), Coolie earned ₹1.75 crore in the Hindi version—a 61% drop from its Day 1 figures.
Can Coolie beat Robot’s lifetime collection?
Yes. With ₹21.5 crore already in its bag, Coolie needs just ₹2.5 crore more to surpass Robot (₹24 crore) in lifetime Hindi earnings.
Is Coolie a hit or flop in the Hindi market?
At the moment, it’s underwhelming in the Hindi belt due to declining weekday numbers. However, it could turn around if collections stabilize mid-week.
Which Tamil films has Coolie surpassed or is about to surpass in the Hindi market?
Coolie is nearing the collections of Robot (₹24 crore) and Ponniyin Selvan (₹25 crore), aiming to join the ranks of top Kollywood grossers in Hindi.
How is Coolie performing compared to War 2 and Mahavatar Narsimha?
While War 2 has reportedly crashed and Mahavatar Narsimha is attracting strong footfalls, Coolie is still holding steady in South India but struggling in the Hindi-speaking belt.
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