The buzz around Superstar Rajinikanth’s “Coolie” intensified after reports confirmed that its Telugu theatrical rights were sold for a whopping Rs 44 crore.
Media outlets and social media began praising the film's market potential, with multiple producers showing interest — further fueling the hype.
In contrast, NTR’s War 2 has not closed a theatrical deal in the Telugu states. As a result, Yash Raj Films (YRF) has decided to release the film on its own in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
This difference in business traction sparked fan wars online.
TDP-affiliated handles, pro-TDP media, and a section of Rajinikanth's fans began promoting the narrative that NTR doesn’t match Rajinikanth's popularity, even in the Telugu states.
In response, NTR’s fans launched a fierce defense, asserting that pre-release numbers mean little and that War 2 will prove its strength once it hits theatres.
Both “Coolie” and “War 2” are arriving in theaters on August 14, 2025.
