Aamir Khan’s Explosive Dahaa Look in Coolie Ignites Fan Frenzy with Tattoos and Thalaivar Action
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is all set to make his much-anticipated South Indian cinema debut with a power-packed cameo in Rajinikanth’s upcoming film Coolie. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Sun Pictures, Coolie is slated for a global IMAX release on August 14, 2025, and is already one of the most anticipated action thrillers of the year.
Introducing #AamirKhan as Dahaa, from the world of #Coolie 😎⚡#Coolie is all set to dominate IMAX screens worldwide from August 14th 🔥@rajinikanth @Dir_Lokesh @anirudhofficial @iamnagarjuna @nimmaupendra #SathyaRaj #SoubinShahir @shrutihaasan @anbariv @girishganges… pic.twitter.com/Z8pI5YJzRe
— Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) July 3, 2025
The buzz around the film reached a fever pitch when the makers unveiled Aamir Khan’s first look as “Dahaa” on July 3, 2025. The striking monochrome poster shows Aamir in a stylish side profile, wearing glasses, a black vest, and smoking a pipe—an avatar far removed from his recent roles. His rugged, intense look, combined with whispers of tattooed biceps and an action-heavy finale, has set social media ablaze.
This cameo also marks Aamir’s reunion with Rajinikanth after 30 years, their last collaboration being the 1995 film Aatank Hi Aatank. While his role is brief, reports and interviews suggest that Dahaa’s entry toward the end of the film will be explosive, featuring high-octane action scenes alongside the Thalaivar himself.
Aamir Khan’s Rugged Dahaa Avatar: Pipe, Tattoos, and a Show-Stealing Cameo
The introduction of Aamir Khan’s character Dahaa has been nothing short of cinematic hype. The official first look poster, released by Sun Pictures, features Aamir in a slick, sharp side profile—glasses on, pipe in mouth, vest-clad, radiating mass appeal. The internet immediately took notice. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) hailed the transformation as “mind-blowing,” and several posts speculated that theatres will erupt during his scene.
While the poster does not explicitly reveal tattoos, sources and fan discussions suggest that Dahaa’s tattooed biceps will be a signature part of his rugged personality, likely to be revealed during a climactic fight sequence. Aamir himself confirmed in an interview with Zoom that his role is small but impactful. He accepted the role without even reading the script—a testament to his admiration for Rajinikanth, whom he called a “towering inspiration.”
Adding to the credibility, reports state that Aamir’s portion was filmed in Jaipur in December 2024, with director Lokesh Kanagaraj teasing the collaboration during Aamir’s birthday in March 2025. Fellow cast member Upendra also confirmed Aamir’s involvement during a press conference, describing the collaboration as a dream come true.
Rajinikanth and Aamir Reunite: Coolie’s Pan-Indian Finale Set to Break Theaters
Coolie is more than just another action film—it’s a pan-India cinematic event, designed for global screens. With Rajinikanth leading the charge, the film also stars Nagarjuna, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, and Soubin Shahir. The story promises a thrilling mix of emotion, action, and mass appeal.
Aamir’s cameo as Dahaa adds Bollywood weight and North Indian audience pull, further strengthening the film’s nationwide buzz. His appearance, especially in the film’s final 15 minutes, is expected to deliver a thunderous cinematic high, uniting fans across language barriers.
The timing is also perfect: Aamir is currently riding a wave of new projects, including Sitaare Zameen Par, Happy Patel, and Lahore 1947. But it’s Coolie that is being pegged as a potential crossover moment, not just for Aamir in South cinema, but for pan-Indian mythos-driven action films.
