India, Aug. 13 -- Hrithik Roshan turned to social media the day before his critically acclaimed film War 2 opened in theatres to deliver a touching message to Rajinikanth, whose next film, Coolie, is also scheduled to open on the same day. When War 2 and Coolie hit theatres on August 14, 2025, they will be competing with each other throughout the Independence Day weekend.

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Hrithik wrote on X (previously Twitter), "Took my first steps as an actor at your side. You were one of my first teachers, @rajinikanth sir, and continue to be an inspiration and a standard. Congratulations on completing 50 year...