India, Aug. 13 -- As Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie gears up for release, Shruti Haasan says she has had a 'weird and chaotic' year. The actor-musician isn't just waiting for the audience to see her as Preethi in the ensemble film headlined by Rajinikanth; she's also busy planning shows to perform live with her band. "It's been a crazy year due to different bits and bobs, you know what I mean?" asks Shruti earnestly in a chat with Hindustan Times. Sure, I say, and she opens up about her upcoming films, co-star Rajinikanth, father Kamal Haasan and more.

Lokesh has been nothing if not consistent while delivering hits with films like Kaithi, Master and Vikram. Given that he's kept his cards close to his chest with Coolie, I get curious about wha...