Kannada actor Upendra has responded to criticisms about his brief role in Lokesh Kanagaraj's film Coolie. He expressed deep admiration and respect for Rajinikanth, stating that he took the role for the superstar. The star-studded film premiered in August.
Kannada actor Upendra recently addressed criticisms regarding his limited screentime in Lokesh Kanagaraj's film Coolie. He stated that he accepted the role for Rajinikanth, despite the brief portrayal of the character Kaleesha. Upendra expressed deep respect and admiration for the Tamil cinema icon.
Coolie is a star-studded production featuring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Shruti Haasan, and Aamir Khan, among others. The film premiered in August 2025. Keywords suggest a connection to Rajinikanth's 45th film, though details remain unclear. Upendra's response highlights the value he places on working with esteemed co-stars, undeterred by backlash.
This incident underscores cross-industry collaborations in South Indian cinema, where stars participate in each other's projects regardless of role size.
