Recent reports circulated on social media claimed that Aamir Khan had expressed regret over his cameo appearance in Rajinikanth's latest film, "Coolie". These reports, accompanied by screenshots of a supposed news article, quoted Khan as saying that he felt his role lacked purpose and that the scene failed to connect with audiences, ultimately calling it a "big mistake". The article also claimed that Khan stated he didn't know what his character was meant to do in the film.
However, Aamir Khan's spokesperson has officially denied these claims, dismissing the reports as false. The spokesperson stated that Aamir Khan has given no such interview and has made no negative comments about "Coolie". Furthermore, the spokesperson emphasized Aamir Khan's high regard for Rajinikanth, director Lokesh Kanagaraj, and the entire team of "Coolie". The spokesperson also highlighted the film's box office success, noting that it has grossed over ₹500 crore, which "speaks for itself".
The clarification from Aamir Khan's team came amidst growing fan chatter and unverified media reports. The viral screenshot circulating on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Reddit, and Instagram, fueled the controversy. The alleged quote from Aamir Khan stated, "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".
"Coolie," directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, features Rajinikanth in the lead role, with Aamir Khan making a cameo appearance as a gangster named Dahaa. The film boasts an ensemble cast, including Nagarjuna Akkineni, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, and Shruti Haasan. Released on August 14, 2025, "Coolie" has received mixed to positive reviews from critics and has achieved significant commercial success.
A source close to the "Coolie" makers also confirmed that the news piece circulating online was "fake". Aamir Khan's team's intervention aims to clarify the misunderstanding and calm the situation, restoring peace among fan groups.
