Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' has stormed into the Rs 200 crore club within five days, fueled by a massive opening and Independence Day fervor. Despite a Monday dip, strong night show attendance, particularly in Tamil Nadu, propelled the film past the milestone. Its pan-Indian appeal is evident, with significant contributions from Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi versions.
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