Vidya Balan Joins Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2'; August 2026 Release Eyed

• Vidya Balan has officially joined the cast of Rajinikanth's "Jailer 2."
• The makers are reportedly targeting an August 14, 2026, theatrical release for the sequel.
• Balan's character is described as important and layered, bringing a major turning point to the story.
• Rajinikanth reprises his role as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, with Nelson Dilipkumar directing and Sun Pictures producing.
• The film will have a pan-Indian appeal with cameos from actors like Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, and Nandamuri Balakrishna.

Why It Matters: Vidya Balan joins Jailer 2, promising a bigger, pan-Indian sequel to a blockbuster.