‘Jailer 2’ fever everywhere: Rajinikanth wins celebrity applause as box office records tumble
Rajinikanth’s much-awaited ‘Jailer 2’ has ignited a wave of excitement across Tamil cinema, with leading stars congratulating the team, fans turning theatre screenings into celebrations and advance ticket sales reflecting massive demand. The Nelson Dilipkumar directorial arrived in theatres on October 15, bringing back the superstar as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian in the sequel to the 2023 hit.
The film’s opening has become a major talking point among moviegoers, with celebrity reactions and reports of strong ticket sales adding to the buzz surrounding its release.
Kamal Haasan was among the prominent film personalities who congratulated Rajinikanth and the Jailer 2 team. In a social media post, he extended his wishes to his longtime friend, director Nelson Dilipkumar, music composer Anirudh Ravichander and production banner Sun Pictures, responding to reports of the film’s successful worldwide opening.
Dhanush, meanwhile, watched the film on its opening day at Chennai’s Rohini Theatre, accompanied by his sons, Yatra and Linga, and Aishwarya Rajinikanth. He subsequently recommended the movie to audiences, describing it as a must-watch for Rajinikanth fans.
Sivakarthikeyan also shared his excitement after watching the sequel, celebrating Rajinikanth’s screen presence and acknowledging the contributions of Nelson and Anirudh. Their reactions quickly became part of the film’s growing social media conversation.
The release prompted enthusiastic gatherings outside cinemas, where fans celebrated with dance, music, banners and loud cheers for their favourite star.
The excitement extended beyond the theatre entrances, with videos and photographs from screenings circulating widely online. Rajinikanth’s return as the formidable Muthuvel Pandian has once again brought his devoted fan base together for a major theatrical occasion.
‘Jailer 2’ entered its theatrical run with substantial advance sales. The film also generated considerable international interest before its release. The strong pre-sales, coupled with enthusiastic first-day attendance, established a promising start for the Rajinikanth-starrer.
Director Nelson Dilipkumar and composer Anirudh Ravichander have received praise alongside Rajinikanth, with several film personalities highlighting the combination of the star’s screen presence, the director’s presentation and the music.
The sequel builds on the popularity of the original Jailer, which introduced audiences to Muthuvel Pandian’s distinctive blend of action, humour and family drama.
