**Rajinikanth Announces ‘Jailer 2’ Release Date, Completes Kerala Shoot**
*By Apoorva Rastogi | September 24, 2025, 02:25 PM*
The highly anticipated sequel to the 2023 blockbuster *Jailer* is well underway. Rajinikanth, the film’s lead actor, has recently wrapped up a shooting schedule in Kerala and announced the official release date for *Jailer 2* as June 12, 2026.
### Shooting Progress and Kerala Schedule
The shoot for *Jailer 2* is happening across multiple locations, with Rajinikanth spotted near Palakkad, Kerala, during the recent schedule. Fans greeted the superstar warmly, waving enthusiastically as he appeared from his car’s sunroof. The action scenes and elaborate set pieces filmed during this schedule have garnered considerable excitement among local spectators.
Notably, reports indicate that the film’s climax was shot during the Kerala schedule, adding to the anticipation around the sequel’s dramatic conclusion.
### Cast and Expectations
*Jailer 2* is poised to be another blockbuster, promising high-octane action sequences and a compelling narrative that builds on the success of the original. The film will feature the return of major stars from the first installment, alongside new additions to the cast, including SJ Suryah and Nandamuri Balakrishna.
Directed once again by Nelson, the original *Jailer* achieved massive box office success, grossing approximately ₹600 crore worldwide despite receiving mixed reviews. Fans and critics alike have high hopes that the sequel will continue the franchise’s winning streak.
Stay tuned for more updates as shooting progresses and the release date draws closer.
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