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Cinema fans can’t stop talking about the electrifying dance moves of Pooja Hegde and Soubin Shahir in the newly released song Monica from Rajinikanth’s highly anticipated action film Coolie. The vibrant track, released on July 11, already has over 3.7 million views on YouTube in less than 12 hours (Source: YouTube trending charts), and has sparked a frenzy of praise on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
Set against the backdrop of a bustling port, the 3-minute-34-second song, choreographed atop a massive cargo ship, showcases Pooja Hegde dazzling the screen with her signature grace. Fans have especially noticed her confidence and energy, calling it “one of her best dance numbers yet.” Joining her is Malayalam star and director Soubin Shahir, best known for his performance in Kumbalangi Nights. His infectious enthusiasm and raw moves have won over audiences, with many dubbing him the “surprise package” of the song.
fan wrote on X:
But This part🔥
— Anniyanonymous (@Anniyanonymous) July 11, 2025
I never expected this from Soubin🔥🙇🏻#Monica pic.twitter.com/1o0BJG2fDjMonica, My dear Monica! 😍
— Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) July 11, 2025
The second single #Monica from #Coolie starring @hegdepooja💃🏻 is out now!
▶️ https://t.co/UHACTjGPWg#Coolie worldwide from August 14th @rajinikanth @Dir_Lokesh @anirudhofficial #SoubinShahir @iamSandy_Off #Sublahshini @AsalKolaar @iamnagarjuna… pic.twitter.com/AnM17WjgRLThis was unexpected from Soubin💥💥#SoubinShahir#Monica Queen @hegdepooja 💥💥 #Coolie #CoolieFromAug14 pic.twitter.com/ff4f2flRfw
— Kichcha Aksh ᴹᵃˣ (@akshathchintu) July 11, 2025
The Film: Coolie
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie is his seventh directorial venture, following the blockbuster successes of Kaithi (2019), Vikram (2022), and Leo (2023) — which together form the popular Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). Whether Coolie also connects to the LCU remains unconfirmed, keeping fans guessing and excited.
Besides Rajinikanth, the film’s ensemble cast includes industry heavyweights like Nagarjuna, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan in a pivotal role. The action-drama is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 14, 2025, and is set to clash at the box office with another mega-project: War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR.
Why Fans Love Monica
Statistics from Coolie’s production house reveal that within the first six hours of release:
- The Monica song trended in the top 3 on YouTube India.
- Pooja Hegde-related hashtags (#PoojaHegde #MonicaSong) trended at #5 on X.
- Clips of Soubin’s dance amassed over 500,000 Instagram reels within hours.
These numbers reflect just how eagerly fans are awaiting the full film and how much buzz the song has generated.
FAQs on Coolie, Monica Song, and the Cast
The film stars Rajinikanth in the lead, supported by Pooja Hegde, Soubin Shahir, Nagarjuna, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan.
Coolie is slated for a grand theatrical release on August 14, 2025.
As of now, Lokesh Kanagaraj hasn’t confirmed if Coolie is connected to the LCU, but fans are speculating based on subtle hints.
Yes, Soubin Shahir plays a supporting but impactful role, and his appearance in Monica suggests he will have a memorable presence throughout the film.
The song was choreographed by acclaimed choreographer Jani Master, known for his work in Telugu and Tamil blockbusters.
Conclusion
Pooja Hegde and Soubin Shahir’s spirited performance in Monica has set social media abuzz and raised the stakes for Coolie even higher. With Lokesh Kanagaraj at the helm, a powerhouse cast, and a release date that promises a major box-office showdown, Coolie is shaping up to be one of 2025’s most talked-about films. Are you ready to watch Pooja and Soubin light up the big screen on August 14?
