Brief
Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 launches worldwide amid fan celebrations in Dubai and Canada
The sequel opened on Thursday with special screenings, fan contests and early‑morning shows, while trade estimates project a Rs1.3 billion opening day.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Rajinikanth’s action‑comedy sequel Jailer 2 opened worldwide on Thursday, 15 October 2026, prompting fan‑organised screenings and celebrations in Dubai, Canada and several Indian cities, Gulf News reported.
What happened
Screenings began as early as 2.30 am local time in Dubai, arranged by fan associations of Rajinikanth and Mohanlal. Phars Film UAE ran ticket contests and gave away merchandise ahead of the release. In India, venues such as Rohini Silver Screens in Chennai drew crowds for the opening shows, while similar events were reported in Bengaluru, Salem and Palakkad. Overseas, fans in Canada also hosted special viewings, though the article gives no specific times.
What the reports add
The Gulf News piece notes that the early‑morning screenings in Dubai allowed fans to celebrate together, turning the film’s release into a communal event. It also highlights early audience reactions, praising Rajinikanth’s screen presence, high‑energy action, director Nelson Dilipkumar’s humour and Anirudh Ravichander’s score. Some viewers described the film as a blockbuster based on the first‑half experience.
What was said
The article does not quote any individual, but attributes the positive audience feedback to “several viewers” and mentions that trade projections place the opening‑day gross between Rs1.25 billion and Rs1.3 billion, noting these are estimates, not confirmed figures.
How it came about
Jailer 2 follows the 2023 hit Jailer, which cemented Rajinikanth’s recent commercial success. The sequel is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, produced by Sun Pictures, and features an ensemble cast that includes Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Mithun Chakraborty, Vidya Balan, S. J. Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu and Mirnaa. Earlier Felo coverage highlighted the film’s fourth single “Bindaas,” starring Nora Fatehi, and noted the worldwide release date of 15 October 2026.
Key facts
- Jailer 2 opened worldwide on 15 October 2026. (gulfnews.com)
- Early screenings in Dubai started at 2.30 am local time. (gulfnews.com)
- Trade estimates project an opening‑day gross of Rs1.25‑1.3 billion. (gulfnews.com)
- The film is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures. (gulfnews.com)
- Cast includes Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Mithun Chakraborty and Vidya Balan. (gulfnews.com)
Sources
- [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' Sparks Global Frenzy with Rs1. 3 Billion Opening Target”
