Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth in the lead role, is currently under production and is being directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. As the action-comedy venture is expected to release by mid-2026, Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar has confirmed his role in the film, teasing that it will be more than just a cameo.
Jailer 2: Shiva Rajkumar confirms role in Rajinikanth starrer to be bigger than a cameo
Speaking to Behindwoods, Shiva Rajkumar said, “Jailor 2 will somewhat continue from where the 2023 film left off. It’s more than a cameo for me in this film. I have shot for a day. Again, I will be joining on January 8, 9 and 10.”
He said, “Jailer was a universal material. Director Nelson cleverly used superstar Rajinikanth in an age-appropriate role. That’s why the film became a mega hit in every state.”
Apart from this, actor Raj B. Shetty, who was part of the conversation, expressed his reaction on seeing the superstars together on screen in the 2023 film. The actor-filmmaker said that when Jailer released, and Shiva Rajkumar entered, he could not contain his excitement, adding that the collaboration felt organic and integral to the film.
Raj further explained that when such collaboration is done only to elevate a film or for financial calculations, the intention is compromised.
More about Jailer 2
Jailer 2 is an upcoming action-comedy drama starring Rajinikanth in the lead role. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film will serve as the sequel to the 2023 hit Jailer. Apart from Shiva Rajkumar, the cast is expected to include Mohanlal, Vijay Sethupathi, Vidya Balan, Mithun Chakraborty and others. The film is expected to release on the big screens in August 2026.
Recently, reports have also indicated that actress Nora Fatehi will make a cameo appearance in the film for a dance number.
Shiva Rajkumar’s next release
Shiva Rajkumar will be seen in the lead role in the film 45, directed by music director Arjun Janya. The action-comedy flick is scheduled to release on December 25, 2025, and stars Upendra, Raj B. Shetty, Rajendran, Kaustubha Mani, Jisshu Sengupta and many other actors play important roles.
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