11 critics on Jailer 2: 4 positive, 7 mixed. Every verdict quoted, with ratings and links to the full reviews.
11 critics have reviewed Jailer 2 so far. By our reading of each review, 4 positive, 7 mixed. Below, every critic's verdict in their own words, with the rating where they gave one and a link to the full review.
Critics at a glance
Cinema Express
"Jailer 2 is both a remake and a sequel, a requel, if I may. Muthuvel, Nelson, and all of us have fun at the bottom and mid-levels of the pyramid"
Also: "Namo Narayana, whose effortless demeanour elevates the film's engagement quotient"
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DNA India
"Jailer 2 works primarily due to Rajini's timeless magic, fused with a strong script, which justifies his stature"
Also: "Hrithik Roshan's cameo is the major highlight, well-timed and impactful"
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Onmanorama
"But it is also a sequel weighed down by the success of its predecessor. Nelson Dilipkumar has the ingredients, yet the film never quite matches the freshness or the surprise of the original"
Also: "The interval block is one of the film’s biggest highs, delivering the kind of adrenaline rush that makes a Rajinikanth film worth the big-screen experience"
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The Hindu
"Jailer 2 ends with a hint at a possible third film. Whether the Jailer template could sustain one more film, we can’t say yet"
Also: "the scenes featuring Moorthy, Vimal and Bjorn Surrao’s character might single-handedly carry Jailer 2 over the mark"
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The Free Press Journal: 3 Stars
"Barring a bunch of scenes and situations, the film is surely recommended for each and every Rajnikanth fan!"
Also: "The film’s background music (Anirudh Ravichander) is an absolute banger!"
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Koimoi: 3.5 stars
"the second half suffers from the classic trope: you have built a glorious world and written a godly protagonist, but you don’t know what to do with the story once the villains arrive!"
Also: "the first half of Jailer 2 is Nelson at his playful best. The film takes its time, drops you into the activities of secondary characters, and keeps cracking jokes while you wonder where it’s all going"
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Track Tollywood
"Though the film has some underwhelming moments in the second half, and the cameos miss the freshness or surprise factor, the film still engages for the most part with several high moments and humorous sequences"
Also: "The hotel scene and the interval scene bring high energy, while the rest of the buildup and comedy make the first half of Jailer 2 an engaging ride"
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Filmy Focus
"Ultimately, Jailer 2 is watchable largely because of Rajinikanth. The superstar delivers what is expected of him"
Also: "Anirudh Ravichander’s music and background score support the film’s commercial requirements. His work adds energy to several elevation scenes and action sequences and is the best part of Jailer 2"
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Only Kollywood
"With several crowd-pleasing sequences and a tease for the next installment, Jailer 2 makes a worthy addition to the franchise"
Also: "The portions featuring SJ Suryah and Vidya Balan add another layer to the central conflict"
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Filmibeat: 4 stars
"#Rajinikanth is a complete one-man show in movie. At the age of 75, Thalaivar is giving the younger generation of actors a serious run for their money"
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Mirchi9: 2.5/5
"Jailer 2 delivers a fun first half powered by Rajini’s charisma and Nelson’s commercial touches. However, the uneven second half, forced emotions, and ineffective cameos pull the film down, making it a passable watch"
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Updated 16 October 2026. CutMirchi does not review films itself: this page gathers published critics' reviews, quoted word for word and linked, and is updated as more arrive. "Verdict" is our one-word reading of each review; ratings are as each outlet printed them.
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