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India Today
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Rajinikanth greets waves of fans in viral video from Jailer 2 shooting spot. Watch
Rajinikanth greets waves of fans in viral video from Jailer 2 shooting spot. (Photo Credit: X/surbalutwt) India Today Entertainment Desk Rajinikanth shoots for 'Jailer 2' in Mysore amid huge fan turnout A video going viral on social media from the sets near Bilikere in Karnataka The actor waves and greets fans from his car Superstar Rajinikanth is currently shooting for his much-awaited action sequel 'Jailer 2' in Mysore, and the buzz around the shoot is already sky-high. A viral video from the sets near Bilikere, in Karantaka, shows the actor warmly waving to thousands of his fans who gathered at the location just to catch a glimpse of him. In a classic Rajinikanth moment, the actor climbed onto his car. He waved at the sea of fans and ended the heartfelt interaction with his signature hand gesture. It was a mark of gratitude that sent the crowd into a frenzy. The video also captures police and Rajinikanth's security team working to control the crowd as a long convoy of vehicles, including the actor and the film's crew, drives past. Take a look at the video: Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures, 'Jailer 2' features an ensemble cast including Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff. The film's music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, and it's scheduled for a grand theatrical release in Summer 2026. Meanwhile, rumours of Shah Rukh Khan appearing in a cameo were recently shut down by Box Office South India, which confirmed SRK is not part of the project. However, insiders suggest that a major Bollywood actor may still join the cast, though details remain under wraps. Rajinikanth was last seen in the 2024 film 'Vettaiyan', where he portrayed a tough cop who eventually realises the flaws in his actions. Up next, he will be seen in 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Superstar Rajinikanth is currently shooting for his much-awaited action sequel 'Jailer 2' in Mysore, and the buzz around the shoot is already sky-high. A viral video from the sets near Bilikere, in Karantaka, shows the actor warmly waving to thousands of his fans who gathered at the location just to catch a glimpse of him. In a classic Rajinikanth moment, the actor climbed onto his car. He waved at the sea of fans and ended the heartfelt interaction with his signature hand gesture. It was a mark of gratitude that sent the crowd into a frenzy. The video also captures police and Rajinikanth's security team working to control the crowd as a long convoy of vehicles, including the actor and the film's crew, drives past. Take a look at the video: Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures, 'Jailer 2' features an ensemble cast including Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff. The film's music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, and it's scheduled for a grand theatrical release in Summer 2026. Meanwhile, rumours of Shah Rukh Khan appearing in a cameo were recently shut down by Box Office South India, which confirmed SRK is not part of the project. However, insiders suggest that a major Bollywood actor may still join the cast, though details remain under wraps. Rajinikanth was last seen in the 2024 film 'Vettaiyan', where he portrayed a tough cop who eventually realises the flaws in his actions. Up next, he will be seen in 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Join our WhatsApp Channel
News18
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Rajinikanth Starts Filming Jailer 2 In Mysore, Massive Crowd Gathers To See Superstar
Last Updated: Superstar Rajinikanth is shooting for Jailer 2 in Mysore. He waved to the massive crowd from atop his car, expressing gratitude. Rajinikanth fever has officially hit Mysore and how! The superstar has kicked off shooting for Jailer 2 there. As news spread that Thalaiva was filming near Bilikere, close to Hunsur, fans came running from all corners just to catch a glimpse of the legend. In true mass style, Rajinikanth didn't just wave from a distance, he also climbed on top of his car, threw his hands up in the air, and gave his fans a moment they'll probably never forget. After a few waves, a heart-melting smile, and that classic Thalaiva hand raise, the crowd went wild. Take a look at the viral video here: #Thalaivar at Mysore Bilikere for #Jailer2 shoot ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ #Rajinikanth | #Superstar @rajinikanth | #Coolie | #Jailer | #50YearsOfRAJINISM #CoolieFromAug14 | #SuperstarRajinikanth — Suresh balaji (@surbalutwt) June 22, 2025 The shoot for Jailer 2 is going on in full swing. The film stars Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, and Jackie Shroff – all in one big movie. It's being directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures. The music is by Anirudh Ravichander, and the film is set to hit theatres in Summer 2026. Adding an extra layer of joy to the Jailer 2 shoot was director Nelson Dilipkumar's birthday celebration! The filmmaker turned 41 on June 21, and the team made sure it was special. Sun Pictures took to X (formerly Twitter) to share sweet moments from the celebration. In the pictures, Rajinikanth was seen handing Nelson a bouquet, smiling for photos with him and comedian Yogi Babu, and even feeding the birthday boy some cake. The pictures have been making rounds on social media ever since. Take a look below: Team #Jailer2 wishes our blockbuster director, @Nelsondilpkumar, a super happy birthday! 💥 #HBDNelson #HappyBirthdayNelson — Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) June 21, 2025 Meanwhile, the buzz around Jailer 2 reached fever pitch recently when rumours surfaced suggesting Shah Rukh Khan might appear in a special cameo in the film. However, Box Office South India later dismissed the speculation, clarifying that SRK is neither part of the cast nor involved in any form. That said, the possibility of a Bollywood star joining the ensemble hasn't been entirely ruled out. While names are still under wraps, sources claim one prominent Hindi film actor could feature in the action-packed sequel. First Published:
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shah Rukh Khan not in Jailer 2: New Bollywood star joins cast; Rajinikanth returns for high-octane sequel
Shah Rukh Khan Months of speculation suggested that Shah Rukh Khan might make a surprise appearance in Jailer 2, the sequel to Rajinikanth's 2023 blockbuster. But the suspense has now ended — the superstar will not be joining the action this time. According to a post by Box Office South India on X (formerly Twitter), SRK is officially not part of the project, despite earlier discussions. While that may disappoint some fans, there's still a massive surprise in store. A new Bollywood A-lister is set to join the cast Even though Shah Rukh Khan won't be appearing, the buzz around Jailer 2 remains strong. As per a report by News18, the producers are set to cast a major Bollywood star in a pivotal role. Though the name hasn't been revealed yet, an official announcement is expected soon. The secret casting move is aimed at adding more star power to a film already packed with big names. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, Jailer 2 picks up immediately after the explosive events of the first film. Rajinikanth reprises his role as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, the fierce and unforgettable former jail warden. The original film blended a clever heist narrative with themes of revenge, featuring surprise cameos by stars like Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, and Jackie Shroff — all of whom are expected to return for the sequel. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo New additions, new villains? Reports suggest that Telugu cinema legends may also join the sequel. Nandamuri Balakrishna is reportedly set to make a guest appearance, while Nagarjuna Akkineni has been approached to play the main antagonist. However, these casting details are still under discussion and have not been officially confirmed. In parallel, Rajinikanth is in the final stages of shooting Coolie, his much-anticipated collaboration with director Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film, set to release on August 14, 2025, features a star-studded ensemble including Nagarjuna, Upendra Rao, and even a special cameo by Aamir Khan. Shruti Haasan and Soubin Shahir also star, with Pooja Hegde delivering a sizzling dance number. While Shah Rukh Khan may have stepped away from Jailer 2, the film continues to make headlines with its bold casting choices and the promise of another action-packed ride — led once again by the ever-electrifying Rajinikanth.
