Superstar Rajinikanth will be seen in the lead role in Jailer 2, which will release on the big screens in mid-2026. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, Shah Rukh Khan is expected to have a cameo role in the upcoming film, which is likely to be shot in March this year.
Will Shahrukh Khan join the shooting of Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 in March 2026?
According to a report in Valai Pechu, Shah Rukh Khan is expected to shoot for Jailer 2 for 7-8 days. Reportedly, Shah Rukh will join the sets in March 2026, and as this is said to be the only part of the film left, this will complete the shooting of the sequel. However, this is an unconfirmed report, as the makers have not made any official announcement.
Jailer 2 is an upcoming sequel starring Rajinikanth in the lead role and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. The action-comedy film will see the superstar reprising his role as “Tiger” Muthuvel Pandian, with Mohanlal and Shiva Rajkumar also returning to reprise their previous roles.
Along with Mithun Chakraborty and Vidya Balan in the lead roles, SJ Suryah is also expected to play a negative role in the film. Additionally, actress Nora Fatehi is expected to feature in a special dance number.
Rajinikanth and Shahrukh Khan’s work front
After Jailer 2, Rajinikanth will be seen in the lead role tentatively titled Thalaivar173. The film will be directed by Siby Chakraborty, known for Don and is expected to be a light-hearted action entertainer.
Initially, the project was to be directed by Sundar C. However, due to prior commitments, the filmmaker opted out of the film.
Apart from this, Rajinikanth will also be seen in an upcoming film with Kamal Haasan tentatively titled KHxRK. The title promo of the film is scheduled to release on 21st February 2026 at 12:07 PM. Reportedly, the more than three-minute long video will also be released in theatres.
Meanwhile, Shahrukh Khan is currently filming King. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the action film will star Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan and Raghav Juyal among others in lead roles and will release on December 24, 2026.
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