Hrithik Roshan replaces Shahrukh in Jailer 2, seen again with Rajinikanth after 40 years
Hrithik Roshan has joined Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 for a special cameo, his scenes will be shot in Chennai later this month. This appearance reunites them on screen 40 years after Bhagwan Dada and adds to the star-heavy line-up of the sequel.
Hrithik Roshan to appear in a special cameo in Rajinikanth’s upcoming sequel jailer 2Bringing new star power to an already packed group.
This appearance will reunite the two actors on screen for the first time in four decades – their only previous shared credit is the 1986 action film Bhagwan DadaWhere a young Hrithik played the role of the foster son of Rajinikanth’s character. That film also marked Hrithik’s acting debut after several non-credited roles.
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After a period of negotiations, Hrithik has formally come on board and is expected to shoot his portions in Chennai on June 22 and 23. Variety IndiaSeveral look tests are being planned, and his role is said to be action-heavy.
His segment comes at a crucial moment in the narrative, which directly leads to the story of Rajinikanth’s film. This is Hrithik’s first project commitment after the release of war 2 In August 2025.
The cameo holds personal significance for Hrithik, who has spoken about his admiration for Rajinikanth over the years and his desire to share the screen with him again. jailer 2 Makes that wish a reality.
Earlier, Shah Rukh Khan was in talks for a cameo, but he eventually backed out of the project due to date conflicts. Hrithik joins the line-up that includes Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Vijay Sethupathi and Mithun Chakraborty.
jailer 2Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures, it also stars SJ Suryah, Ramya Krishnan, Vidya Balan and Yogi Babu. The film is targeting a September 2026 release. An official announcement is yet to come.