Superstar Rajinikanth’s much-anticipated return to the big screen has kicked off with a bang as the first single from his upcoming film Coolie, titled Chikitu, went viral within hours of its release. Unveiled on June 25 by Sun Pictures, the peppy track amassed over one million views across streaming platforms in just three hours, igniting a wave of excitement among fans.
The high-energy number features Rajinikanth alongside music composer Anirudh Ravichander and veteran entertainer T. Rajendar. Sung and composed by Anirudh, with additional vocals and beatboxing by T. Rajendar and lyrics penned by Arivu, Chikitu blends mass appeal with quirky flair. The choreography, helmed by Sandy Master, has also drawn praise for its vibrant and nostalgic style.
Social media erupted with praise for the trio’s dynamic performance, with many fans highlighting T. Rajendar’s charismatic screen presence. Comments like “TR true entertainer always” and “T Rajendar mass” trended across platforms, underscoring the song’s instant popularity.
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie is an action-packed entertainer featuring a star-studded cast including Nagarjuna Akkineni, Upendra Rao, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, and Sathyaraj. The film is slated for a theatrical release on August 14, 2025, in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi, and is expected to clash at the box office with War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR.
