The harbour opening was visually striking, and the characters, especially Soubin as Dayal, were stylishly introduced, though Soubin felt better suited for Malayalam cinema.
The story felt old-fashioned, despite people calling it “intelligent.” It relies on flashy machines and tech moments that give an illusion of depth rather than substance.
Nagarjuna’s Simon was the standout — stylish, commanding, and magnetic but his weak ending for the story felt worthless.
THALAIVAR delivered his classic style, while Shruti Haasan and Aamir Khan were underwhelming, Upendra was underused, and Sathyaraj added nostalgic charm.
Anirudh’s music is top-notch. He carried the film with creative BGMs and surprises like a Breaking Bad reference. His work makes Coolie worth a watch despite its weak script and pacing.
Overall, Coolie shines in style, sound, and nostalgia — but falls short in storytelling. IT'S FOR THALAIVAR FANS ONLY.