‘War 2’ vs. ‘Coolie’: Advance Booking Numbers Indicate a Blockbuster Showdown

The Indian film industry is gearing up for a major cinematic event as ‘War 2’ and ‘Coolie’ prepare to release on August 14, 2025. The films feature Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in ‘War 2’, and Rajinikanth in ‘Coolie’, both are expected to draw massive crowds. Advance bookings have opened, and the initial numbers are promising. ‘War 2’ has accumulated around Rs 2.09 crore in advance sales for its first day. ‘War 2’s Hindi 2D version generated the highest revenue, with the Tamil and Telugu versions also contributing. ‘Coolie’ has already grossed a staggering Rs 14.12 crore in advance bookings, with the Tamil version accounting for the majority of the sales. The film will feature early morning show times in some regions. The movie tells the story of a former gold smuggler who is now working as a coolie, aiming to regain his past by reviving his old gang with stolen technology hidden in vintage golden watches.