Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 achieves massive global box office opening

The highly anticipated action sequel Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, released worldwide on October 15, 2026, recording a thunderous box office opening. The film earned an estimated 125 to 127 crore Indian rupees on its first day, significantly surpassing the opening of its predecessor.

Domestic collections in India reached approximately 60 crore rupees, with strong performances in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. The film also saw substantial international success, grossing roughly 55 crore rupees overseas, including significant contributions from the United States, Middle East, and Malaysia.

The film features an expansive ensemble cast including Vidya Balan, S. J. Suryah, Mithun Chakraborty, Mohanlal, and Shiva Rajkumar, with notable cameos by Hrithik Roshan and Vijay Sethupathi. Critics and fans have praised Rajinikanth's commanding screen presence and the film's blend of action, dark humor, and high-voltage drama.

Celebrations erupted across Tamil Nadu, with fans organizing large-scale festivities at theaters. Industry experts and trade analysts are now monitoring the film's momentum to see if it can reach the 1,000 crore rupee milestone, making it the first Tamil film to do so.