India, July 15 -- Before Aamir Khan's first look from Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie was released earlier this month, there were rumours for weeks that the actor had a special role in the Rajinikanth-starrer. In an interview with THR India, Lokesh reveals that the speculation around his involvement got so intense, Aamir told him he couldn't lie anymore. (Also Read: Lokesh Kanagaraj reacts to Sanjay Dutt being 'angry' at him over 'wasted' role in Leo: I'm not the greatest filmmaker.)

Lokesh stated in the interview that they took great pains to keep Aamir's involvement in Coolie under wraps, including shooting with him in secret. He said, "Actually, we want to not to let the world know Aamir sir is being a part of it. So, that's the reason we s...