Rajinikanth (born Shivaji Rao Gaikwad; 12 December 1950) is an Indian actor, producer, and screenwriter who works primarily in Tamil cinema. He made his cinematic debut in a supporting antagonistic role in K. Balachander's Tamil drama Apoorva Raagangal (1975).
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The actor played Narasimha's wife in Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 and revealed it was her maiden on-screen pairing with Shivarajkumar despite decades of family ties between them.
Jailer 2 has collected an estimated ₹570 crore worldwide in its opening week, beating Leo's record by ₹100 crore, with Tamil Nadu, Telugu states and overseas all posting record numbers for a Tamil release.
York Cinemas in Toronto has pulled Jailer 2 from its screens, blaming missing Key Delivery Messages that distributors Shloka Entertainments and Prathyangira Cinemas allegedly never sent despite the theatre clearing its payments.
Jobi Kodakara, who doubled for Mohanlal in Jailer 2, says leaking release-day photos was a mistake and insists his face was never used in the climax, only his hands and legs.
Jailer 2’s Gulf opening hits $6.41 million — fourth-highest ever for an Indian film in the region.
Jailer 2 has crossed ₹10 crore in its first three days in Hindi, despite no national chain release. Industry sources suggest the film could have earned up to ₹20 crore in 3 days and over ₹30 crore on the weekend with a pan-India rollout. The absence of PVR, INOX, or other multiplex chains is now being seen as a strategic misfire by Sun Pictures.
Shamna Kasim, who appeared in a dance cameo in Jailer 2's 'Ala Bolelo,' says she never imagined sharing screen space with Rajinikanth. She revealed she was pregnant during filming but only found out later.
Deva, who shaped Tamil cinema’s sound with over 400 film scores, died at 75. His legacy includes iconic songs for Rajinikanth films like Annamalai and Baashha, and a lasting influence on gana music. His son Srikanth Deva is also a composer.
Veteran music composer Deva, hailed as 'Thenisai Thendral', has passed away in Chennai at 75. He shaped Tamil cinema with hits for Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Ajith, and brought gaana rhythms to the big screen.
Costume designer Jishad Shamsudeen, who worked on three looks for Mohanlal in Jailer 2, says his public outburst stemmed from personal sadness—not professional grievance. He now affirms respect for the director’s creative freedom.
Jailer 2 crossed Rs 400 crore in India net on Day 12 but shed 63 percent of Sunday's business, per Sacnilk data reported by Filmibeat, with the worldwide gross now at Rs 733.35 crore.
Anirudh Ravichander’s X post — 'One Sun. One Moon. And One :) #Jailer2 from tomo!' — wasn’t just a teaser. It was a cultural moment. With Jailer 2 releasing worldwide today, the composer’s words carried the weight of decades.
Rajinikanth's upcoming film Dharman is nearing completion, with production set to resume in November 2026 for its final schedule. The film, previously known as Thalaivar173, aims for a Pongal 2027 release and features Simran Bagga, Yogi Babu, and Raashii Khanna in key roles.
Hrithik Roshan’s cameo in Jailer 2 is going unseen by most Hindi audiences. The dubbed version won’t open in multiplexes, only single screens. Sun Pictures’ OTT plan has sparked outrage. No word from the makers. The wait for a response—and a reversal—has begun.
Vidya Balan is stepping into darkness for the first time in Tamil cinema — as Kaantha in Jailer 2. Her role demands menace, but behind the scenes, she was reportedly overwhelmed by the presence of Rajinikanth. The film, set for January 2027, marks a bold turn for an actress long associated with strength, not malice.
Koffee With Karan 9 is officially back — and it’s the last one. Karan Johar’s long-running confessional chat show, a staple of Bollywood’s autumn ritual since 2004, will conclude with its ninth season, premiering October 12 on Netflix.
Sun Pictures released a fresh Jailer 2 clip featuring Rajinikanth's chilling warning dialogue and a glimpse of Suraj Venjaramoodu, four days ahead of the film's worldwide theatrical release on October 15.
Top Telugu stars have avoided Dasara for years. This year, two big releases may change that.
Ahead of its October 15 release, Jailer 2 got a private interview event instead of an audio launch, where Rajinikanth revealed he was the one who first asked Nelson Dilipkumar for a sequel.
Rajinikanth has revealed he asked director Nelson Dilipkumar to include a song featuring Tamannaah Bhatia in Jailer 2, citing audience love for her 'Kaavaalaa' number. The request comes ahead of the film's October 15 release.
Rajinikanth’s Dharman may skip Pongal 2027 to make room for Kamal Haasan’s Indian 3, which is nearing completion. The shift, if true, would push Dharman to April 30, 2027.
Rajinikanth has confirmed he rejected both Baasha 2 and Petta 2, citing a general distrust of sequels. But Jailer 2? That’s different. A post-credits tease, a director’s shift in focus, and a story that demands continuation — all pointing toward a possible Jailer 3.
Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 gets a ticket rate hike in Andhra Pradesh — Rs. 50 extra on single screens, Rs. 75 in multiplexes — for seven days starting October 15. Five shows per day allowed. Sun Pictures’ big-budget film, directed by Nelson, features Vidya Balan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and special cameos from Mohanlal, Hrithik Roshan, Shiva Rajkumar, and Vijay Sethupathi. Anirudh’s album hits 100M+ plays
Andhra Pradesh has granted Jailer 2 a seven-day ticket price hike covering its release week, letting single screens and multiplexes charge extra per ticket and run five shows daily.
Jailer 2's streaming debut has reportedly moved to November on Amazon Prime Video, according to industry sources cited by Mathrubhumi, upending earlier talk of a same-day OTT premiere alongside its October 15 theatrical release.
Jailer 2 released in theatres on Thursday, 15 October 2026, with Rajinikanth back as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian and advance bookings crossing Rs 60 crore worldwide.
The first review for Jailer 2 calls it a 'festival' experience, citing strong action, a standout villain, and a surprise cameo. The film releases October 15.
The Jailer 2 trailer dropped October 5 to a mixed reaction, with critics calling it repetitive, but trade trackers still expect the Rajinikanth sequel to post Kollywood's biggest-ever India opening on release day.
Jailer 2’s trailer dropped, and the internet is already arguing about what got cut. The 100-minute final cut? Apparently, it wasn’t all included.
The trailer for Jailer 2 has dropped, marking the start of the final sprint before Rajinikanth’s October 15 release. No grand audio launch. Just a Sun TV interview. The film’s journey — delayed, reshoot-heavy — ends here.
Jailer 2's pre-release event, featuring Rajinikanth and co-stars SJ Suryah, Vidya Balan and Ramya Krishnan, will stream on Sun NXT from October 9, ahead of the film's October 15 theatrical release.
Jailer 2 is officially set for a theatrical release on October 15 — just nine days away. The film, starring Rajinikanth, has cleared the censor board with a U/A certificate after a delay caused by political dialogue cuts and reshoots.
The Jailer 2 trailer dropped Monday with Rajinikanth returning as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian and a blink-and-miss Hrithik Roshan cameo, but not everyone online is sold on it yet.
The trailer for Jailer 2 dropped at 6 PM today, and Rajinikanth is back—still Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, still impossible to ignore.
Atlee has a script ready for Rajinikanth. That’s the headline, and it’s not a tease.
Atlee confirms no immediate plans for a film with Rajinikanth, citing his meticulous process and the ongoing development of Raaka, a large-scale project with Allu Arjun that may take another year to complete.
Jailer 2’s music dropped on October 2 — no fanfare, no launch event. Just a jukebox, 12 tracks, and the quiet hum of expectation turning into unease.
The Mammootty-Dhanush starrer Om, initially set for October 16, has been moved to November 20 to avoid competition with Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 and the Diwali season. The film, directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, is produced by Dhanush through Wunderbar Films and co-produced by Shraddha Agrawal and Azmat Jagmag.
Pen Marudhar has acquired Hindi distribution rights to Jailer 2 for over Rs 15 crore and Gunmaaster G9 for Rs 35 crore-plus, trade sources told Bollywood Hungama, banking on a national multiplex release this time.
Jailer 2’s Bindaas is live — and it’s not just a song, it’s a signal. The Hindi version, featuring Nora Fatehi and sung by Madhubanti Bagchi, marks a rare crossover moment: Rajinikanth’s voice, Anirudh’s production, and Bagchi’s vocals colliding in a track that’s already being shared like a secret weapon. The film’s OTT window remains unconfirmed, but the song’s release suggests the marketing push
Madhubanti Bagchi sings for Rajinikanth in Jailer 2's 'Bindaas'—a high-octane Hindi track with Nora Fatehi, Anirudh Ravichander, and a fearless female lead who redefines the game.
Rajinikanth is busy with back‑to‑back releases and is simultaneously writing his autobiography. His daughter Soundarya says the memoir could later become a web series, with Rishikesh possibly portraying him.
Shiva Rajkumar reveals he enjoys extra screen space in Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, describing the director’s use of his character as ‘very interesting’ while praising his time with the Thalaivar.
Jailer 2, slated for an October 15 release, is caught in a certification standoff as the board demands edits to a violent sequence, sparking a debate between Rajinikanth and director Nelson.
Nora Fatehi’s new ‘Bindass’ song for Jailer 2 hits the internet, showcasing her signature dance flair. The track arrives as the film eyes a mid‑October theatrical debut and a trailer on Oct 5.
Jailer 2’s upcoming fourth single lands at 6 PM, featuring Nora Fatehi’s dance cameo and Anirudh Ravichander’s signature beats, fueling hype ahead of the Oct 15 release of the film.
Seven new Tamil and Telugu titles drop on streaming platforms this week, featuring Karthi’s sequel Sardar 2, Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 audio launch, a dating‑app drama, a music‑centric love story and a dubbed Demon Slayer movie, among others.
Vidya Balan announced her collaboration with R. Balki on a new Tamil project, sharing a script‑holding Instagram snap. The reunion follows their 2009 hit Paa, and comes as she lines up roles in Jailer 2 and a comedy with Akshay Kumar.
