- Rajinikanth recalls a painful memory from his youth, working as a porter.
- Gets emotional after revealing the first time he cried was from being mocked.
- Balances heartfelt storytelling with trademark humour and playful jabs.
At the Coolie trailer and audio launch in Chennai on August 2, Rajinikanth offered fans more than cinematic spectacle—he delivered a rare glimpse into his formative years. He emotionally recalled a moment from his early life when he worked as a daily-wage porter.
Balancing raw emotion with light-hearted banter, Rajinikanth also entertained the crowd with self-deprecating humour. He teased actor Nagarjuna for still having a full head of hair and playfully called out director Lokesh Kanagaraj for being a Kamal Haasan fan.
Rajinikanth Breaks Down While Reflecting on Humble Beginnings at Coolie Launch
At the launch of Coolie, Rajinikanth revisited his past with unflinching honesty, describing his time as a coolie and how a humiliating encounter changed him forever. Recognised by a former classmate while carrying luggage, he was mocked for once being arrogant during college. That encounter became a defining emotional moment—the first time he cried from shame and reflection.
Despite the gravity of his personal story, Rajinikanth’s charisma remained undiminished. He entertained the audience with witty observations, especially when he joked about Nagarjuna’s enduring hairline. “I asked him his secret, and he simply said—exercise,” he laughed, bringing comic relief to an otherwise heavy segment of the evening.
The event also served as a testament to the camaraderie between Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj. Recalling how he approached Lokesh after watching Kaithi, Rajinikanth said he wanted to work with him before anyone else did. Their partnership has led to Coolie, a film he believes has both commercial appeal and emotional depth.
Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and a surprise cameo by Aamir Khan add to Coolie’s star power. Rajinikanth praised the film’s technical team, including editor Philomin Raj, cinematographer Girish Gangadharan, and stunt choreographers Anbariv, crediting them for elevating the film. With high expectations and a personal touch from the superstar, Coolie is poised to dominate the box office.
From lifting luggage to lifting spirits, Rajinikanth’s heartfelt story at the Coolie launch proves that true stardom is built on humility, humour, and heart.
“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” — Winston Churchill
Rajinikanth’s journey echoes this sentiment as he transforms vulnerability into inspiration.
