Coolie Vs War 2 Clash At The Box Office, Which Action Packed Film To Watch First Amid The Hype?

August 14, 2025, is the most-awaited day for cinegoers as two blockbuster films hit the silver screen. Amid the patriotism swaying in the air, War 2 launches its opening, where Bollywood’s handsome hunk, Hrithik Roshan, will be joining the forces with South Indian star, Jr. NTR. On the other hand, celebrations began as the magnanimous star, Rajinikanth’s Coolie hit the theatres on the same day.

Coolie vs War 2: clash of the two biggest films of 2025

It's one of the biggest clashes at the box office as two of the most-anticipated films have been released a day prior to Independence Day. Since the calendar marks a long weekend, multiplexes will be jampacked amid the unprecedented buzz. Both the films have their own charm. While Hritik and Jr. NTR’s face-off is something their respective fans don’t want to miss. On the other hand, Rajinikanth’s Coolie marks the Thalaivan’s 50 glorious years in the industry.

Coolie’s early reviews

From its first announcement, Rajinikanth’s Coolie has garnered a lot of attention, and there has been a lot of buzz around the action-packed drama. With Coolie, Rajinikanth marks his 50 years in Indian cinema, and people are thrilled to watch the star-studded film. Not just in India, fans across the world are celebrating the release of Coolie.

From Lokesh Kanagaraj’s signature storytelling, along with the charisma of Rajinikanth, portraying the titular role of ‘Deva’, Coolie promises an unforgettable experience to the audience. Anirudh Ravichander’s soundtrack adds feather to the film. Apart from Rajinikanth, the film also features Nagarjuna Akkineni, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan and Pooja Hegde in key roles.

Talking about the reviews, many people praised Rajinikanth for his magnetic persona on screen and called it a must-watch. On the other hand, others call it average, revealing how Lokesh tried something different, but the climax was a letdown. Additionally, Nagarjuna’s role was hailed for bringing many surprise elements.

Aamir Khan’s cameo in 'Coolie'

Apart from the extended cast, Aamir Khan’s cameo in Coolie thrilled the audience. Mr Perfectionist plays the role of 'Dahaa', despite having a limited screen time of 10 minutes, Aamir left a lasting impression on the audience. His entry in the frame marked suspense, and people couldn’t stop cheering in the theatres.

'War 2' early reviews

War 2 is another action-packed thriller which stormed into cinema theatres on the same date as Rajinikanth’s Coolie. Directed by Ayan Mukerjee under Yash Raj Productions, War 2 has generated considerable excitement among fans since the release of its trailer. Two powerhouses of talent, Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, are coming together for the first time for the mass entertainer. Along with the two megastars, the stunning Kiara Advani has also added her charm to the action-packed Spy Universe.

Surprise cameo in 'War 2'

While Hritik and Jr. NTR’s collaboration was the much-awaited moment in War 2, the audience was taken by surprise when the post-credit scene of War 2 featured Bobby Deol. The film's post-credit scene offers the first glimpse of Bobby Deol’s character from 'Alpha'. He was reportedly seen inking the logo of the secret agency on a young girl’s hand, and many speculated that the young girl was none other than Alia Bhatt.

Not just in India, but fans from the UK, Canada, Dubai and other countries flocked to see War 2. The film opened with mixed reviews, with many praising the high-octane action sequence and star cast. While a few others felt that the film fell short of expectations. One of the users wrote, “I’m just left speechless, what a movie #War2 never a dull moment, full action packed until the end.@iHrithik couldn’t take my eyes off you. #HrithikRoshan #JrNTR enjoyed seeing him in his role. Must watch movie in theatre. Blockbuster loading.”

'Coolie' vs 'War 2': which one to watch first?

People are flocking to the theatre to watch both War 2 and Coolie. The films have opened to mixed reviews, and apart from the main leads, the extended cast has added the surprise element. So, if you are a Rajinikanth fan, go watch Coolie first. If you are a fan of Hrithik Roshan or Jr. NTR, then War 2 should be your pick.

Which movie are you planning to watch first? Let us know.

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