Overview

• Lokesh Kanagaraj drew direct inspiration from Heath Ledger’s portrayal in The Dark Knight when finalizing the purple-and-cream costume for Nagarjuna’s Simon character
• The deliberately baggy pants and purple jacket were chosen to convey a sense of madness rather than mimic the Joker’s iconic grin
• In a career first, Nagarjuna recorded narrations and took detailed notes before committing to his negative role in the Rajinikanth-led film
• Upon seeing Nagarjuna’s transformed look on set, Rajinikanth nodded in approval and offered a satisfied “hmmm” with a smile
• Coolie, carrying an adults-only certification, opens across India on August 14 and features Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir and a cameo by Aamir Khan