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Rajinikanth's Ex-Son-In-Law, Dhanush Reviews His Film 'Jailer 2', Calls It A Must-Watch Film
Early reviews praise Rajinikanth’s presence and a strong first half, but critics say the sequel loses momentum after the interval.
- On October 15, 2026, Superstar Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 opened worldwide with Rs 57.30 crore in Indian advance bookings. Director Nelson Dilipkumar's sequel features Vidya Balan, Mithun Chakraborty, and an ensemble cast amid massive anticipation.
- Multiplex chains PVR INOX and Cinepolis declined to screen the Hindi-dubbed version, citing the producers' planned four-week OTT window, which conflicts with the industry-standard eight-week theatrical-to-streaming gap for Hindi releases.
- Early reviews praised the first half as "solid commercial," though critics cited technical shortcomings and weak writing in the second half. While Rajinikanth's aura remained a highlight, viewers felt narrative momentum struggled throughout.
- Grossing over Rs 317 crore within three days, Jailer 2 demonstrated strong worldwide momentum driven by overseas markets. This performance showcased Rajinikanth's enduring global appeal despite North India's restricted theatrical access.
- This distribution strategy—prioritizing simultaneous digital release over wide theatrical windows—mirrors approaches used for blockbusters Leo and Coolie, signaling major studios increasingly value streaming revenue in Hindi-speaking markets.
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Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ Ranks No. 2 at Global Box Office as ‘Street Fighter’ Leads
Indian superstar Rajinikanth’s Tamil-language action comedy “Jailer 2” was the second-biggest film in the world over the Oct. 16–18 weekend, grossing $31.2 million, according to Rentrak estimates. Only Paramount’s “Street Fighter,” with $51.1 million, earned more. The Nelson Dilipkumar-directed sequel opened in India on, Oct. 15, and grossed an estimated INR224 crore ($23.5 million) across its four-day extended opening. That is the third-highes…
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