It's a Wrap! Rajinikanth completes 'Jailer 2' shoot, release date expected soon
Chennai, April 22
Megastar Rajinikanth has officially wrapped up the shoot of his upcoming film 'Jailer 2', giving fans a major update on one of the most talked-about sequels in Tamil cinema.
Sun Pictures took to X to share pictures that appear to be from the film set. The images show the team celebrating the occasion with a cake-cutting ceremony attended by the cast and crew.
Along with the pictures, the makers added a caption that read, "Alapparai Kelappurom, Thalaivaru Nerandharam! It's a wrap for #Jailer2."
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Fans quickly flooded the comments section with excited reactions. One user wrote, "This is going to be huge," while another added, "Can't wait."
Earlier this month, Rajinikanth had also confirmed that the shooting of 'Jailer 2' was complete and that the film had entered its final stage of post-production.
The superstar added that the production team will soon officially announce the release date, further heightening expectations among fans.
Speaking to the media at Chennai airport, Rajinikanth said, "The shooting of the upcoming film 'Jailer 2' has been completed and is currently in its final stages. The production team will soon officially announce the release date."
The sequel follows the success of the original 'Jailer', which performed strongly at the box office.
Beyond 'Jailer 2', Rajinikanth also shared a major update on his new collaboration with fellow industry icon Kamal Haasan. The project, tentatively referred to as KH x RK, is expected to bring together two of Tamil cinema's most influential figures on screen. According to Rajinikanth, shooting for the film is scheduled to begin in August 2026.
Meanwhile, he is also set to appear in 'Thalaivar 173', directed by Cibi Chakravarti and backed by Kamal Haasan.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As someone who recently moved to Chennai, the excitement around Rajinikanth is infectious. The first film had great mass appeal. Looking forward to seeing how they top it. The KH x RK project sounds like a dream come true for fans!
Super excited! But I hope the story is fresh. Sometimes sequels just rely on the star's charisma without a solid script. Rajini sir is a legend, but even he needs a powerful story. Fingers crossed! 🤞
The update about KH x RK is the bigger news for me! Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan together on screen after so long? That's historic for Indian cinema. August 2026 feels so far away, but it will be worth the wait.
"Alapparai Kelappurom" indeed! The man is a phenomenon. At his age, his energy and dedication are inspiring. My whole family is waiting for this film. Hope they bring back Anirudh's music - the BGM in part 1 was iconic.
It's fascinating to see the scale of fandom in South Indian cinema. The strategic updates on social media really build anticipation. As a neutral observer, the business around these star-driven sequels is a masterclass in marketing.
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