Lokesh Kanagaraj accepts criticism of Coolie, says he will improve in next film
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj responded to criticism of his film Coolie starring Rajinikanth, which has achieved critical success at the box office despite negative reviews.
Lokesh Kanagaraj’s collective film CoolieThe film, starring Rajinikanth in the lead, was released in theaters on 14 August and has since received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Despite widespread criticism focusing on the screenplay and writing, the film has been successful in attracting a large number of fans and has crossed Rs 500 crore in global box office collections. The director addressed these reactions in a recent media interaction, and expressed gratitude towards the audience for their support in the face of negative comments.
At a press event held on 26 December, Kanagaraj reflected on the feedback received CoolieHe said, “Coolie got thousands of criticisms,,, I will try to improve it in my next film,,, Despite those criticisms, people watched the film for Rajinikanth sir, The producer told me that the film collected Rs 500 crore, Thanks to everyone,”
Earlier in September, Kanagaraj had spoken at length about his approach to filmmaking and managing public expectations at a conference organized by SSVM Institutions in Coimbatore. He explained that he focuses on creating stories he believes in rather than tailoring his work to withstand external pressures. He said, “But I can never write stories based on high expectations. I write a story if it lives up to my expectations, then I’m good. If it doesn’t, I’ll try, that’s all.”
The film, which stars an ensemble cast including Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, Satyaraj, Rachita Ram, Upendra and Aamir Khan, was released with him. war 2 But maintained a steady performance at the box office. It focuses on the character of ex-union leader Deva, played by Rajinikanth, who sets out on a quest to uncover the truth behind his friend’s sudden death.
Coolie It has been described by many viewers as lacking narrative strength, with particular criticism being directed at its script and perceived formulaic writing. However, Rajinikanth’s presence has been a decisive factor in attracting audiences, as evidenced by the film’s strong box office performance.
story of Coolie Follows Deva as he comes up against Simon, a gangster portrayed by Nagarjuna and Simon’s right-hand man Dayal, played by Soubin Shahir. The plot revolves around Deva’s determination to solve the mystery surrounding the death of his friend Rajasekhar, incorporating themes of loyalty and justice.
Industry observers say that while the film’s content was widely criticized, the commercial results highlight the enduring appeal of star-led cinema in the region. success of Coolie Reflects the influence of established actors and the continued support of dedicated fans in determining a film’s fortunes at the box office.