Aamir Khan’s Gritty Cameo in Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ Revealed; Actor Plays ‘Dahaa’ in Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Action Thriller

After making a critically acclaimed comeback with Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan is now all set to thrill fans with a powerful special appearance in Rajinikanth’s upcoming film Coolie. On July 3, the makers officially unveiled Aamir’s first look as ‘Dahaa’, a character that has already taken the internet by storm.

First Look: Rugged and Refined

In the monochrome poster released by Sun Pictures, Aamir appears in a striking side profile — clad in a black vest, sporting glasses, and smoking a pipe — exuding a sharp, intense presence. The caption read:

“Introducing #AamirKhan as Dahaa, from the world of #Coolie. #Coolie is all set to dominate IMAX screens worldwide from August 14th.”

The gritty new look signals a dramatic shift from Aamir’s recent emotional portrayal in Sitaare Zameen Par, showcasing his chameleon-like ability to slip into contrasting roles.

A Cameo Born Out of Respect

In an interview with Zoom, Aamir confirmed the cameo and revealed that his admiration for Rajinikanth prompted an instant “yes.”

“I really enjoyed doing it. I am a huge fan of Rajini sir. I have a lot of love and respect for him. So, I did not even hear the script. When Lokesh told me it was Rajini sir’s movie and he wanted me to do a cameo, I said, ‘Done. I am doing it.’”

While Aamir refrained from disclosing plot details, his appearance is expected to be pivotal to the story’s unfolding.

About the Film: ‘Coolie’ Set for Mega IMAX Release

Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie is a Tamil-language action thriller with a powerhouse ensemble cast including Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, and Upendra.

Set for a worldwide IMAX release on August 14, 2025, Coolie is one of the most anticipated Indian films of the year and marks a collaboration between some of the biggest names in South Indian cinema and Bollywood.

With Aamir Khan stepping into Lokesh’s action-packed cinematic universe, expectations have now skyrocketed. Fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an explosive crossover moment in Indian cinema.

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