Jailer 2: Rajinikanth's Kerala Shoot From Jan 20; Vijay Sethupathi Confirms Cameo

• Superstar Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2', directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, is reportedly set to begin a new shooting schedule in Athirappilly, Kerala, from January 20, 2026.
• The upcoming shoot is expected to be a two-day schedule at the scenic waterfalls, though official confirmation from the makers is still awaited.
• Vijay Sethupathi confirmed his cameo appearance in 'Jailer 2', stating he joined out of admiration for Rajinikanth and for the learning experience.
• The action-comedy drama sequel is expected to feature Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, Vidya Balan, and Mithun Chakraborty, with unconfirmed reports of Shah Rukh Khan and Nora Fatehi.
• After 'Jailer 2', Rajinikanth will star in 'Thalaivar173', a commercial entertainer directed by Cibi Chakravarthy and co-produced by Kamal Haasan, set to begin in April 2026.

Why It Matters: Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' reportedly starts Kerala shoot on Jan 20; Vijay Sethupathi confirms cameo.