What is the entire matter?
Aamir’s brief appearance was intended as a highlight, but it received mixed reactions upon the film’s release. Aamir Khan later confirmed that he agreed to the cameo without reading the script, driven by his admiration for Rajinikanth. He stated, “I really enjoyed doing it and working with Rajini. I am a big, huge fan of Rajini. I have a lot of love and respect for Rajini sir. So, I did not even hear the script.”
Despite the film’s commercial success, grossing over Rs 500 crore worldwide, Aamir’s cameo faced criticism online. A viral newspaper clipping suggested that Aamir regretted his participation, calling it a “big mistake.” However, fact-checks revealed the clipping lacked authenticity, with no credible source confirming such remarks.
What did the viral clip say?
In the clip, Aamir said, “I accepted the cameo for Rajini saab. To be honest, I still can’t figure out what my character was meant to do. It felt like I just walked in, said a line or two, and disappeared. There was no real purpose, no thought behind it. It was badly written.” He further said, “I wasn’t involved creatively, so I had no idea how the final product would turn out,” explained Aamir in the same interview. “I thought it would be a fun appearance, but clearly, it didn’t land. But looking back, I understand why people were disappointed. The scene didn’t work – simple as that. It was a big mistake and one that I’ll be very careful about in the future.”
More about Coolie
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film stars Rajinikanth in the lead role, the film features an ensemble cast including Nagarjuna Akkineni, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Kanna Ravi and Rachita Ram. Bollywood actor Aamir Khan and Pooja Hegde make special appearances. The film was released worldwide on August 14, 2025.
Story Highlights
- Aamir Khan made a cameo in Coolie out of admiration for Rajinikanth, without reading the script.
- The cameo received mixed reactions, with a viral fake quote suggesting Aamir regretted it.
- Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, starred Rajinikanth and featured a massive ensemble cast.
- Despite controversy, the film was a commercial hit, earning over Rs 500 crore worldwide.
Coolie became a major 2025 release with its action-packed narrative and star power. While Aamir Khan’s cameo stirred debate, the film’s strong box office performance and Rajinikanth’s central role kept it in the spotlight.