The sequel to the global box office juggernaut, Jailer 2, is ramping up its star power, with strong reports suggesting a monumental casting addition. Highly reliable industry sources indicate that the versatile actor Vijay Sethupathi is set to join the ensemble cast, marking his second on-screen reunion with Superstar Rajinikanth.
If the rumours hold true, Sethupathi will team up once again with Nelson Dilipkumar, the director of the 2023 action-comedy mega-hit, for the highly anticipated sequel. Crucially, the latest reports confirm that the actor is currently shooting his portions as part of the film’s schedule in Goa. While no official confirmation has come from the production banner, Sun Pictures, the news has already sent shockwaves of excitement through Tamil cinema fan bases worldwide.
The potential collaboration excites fans immensely because it will be the second time Rajinikanth and Vijay Sethupathi share screen space. They previously appeared together in Karthik Subbaraj’s 2019 action drama, Petta.
In Petta, Sethupathi delivered a memorable, chilling performance as the central antagonist, Jithu, clashing powerfully with Rajinikanth’s charismatic lead. Fans are now fiercely debating the nature of his role in Jailer 2. Will he play another iconic villain, perhaps matching the threat posed by Mithun Chakraborty (who is rumoured to be the film’s main antagonist), or will he take on a more nuanced, supporting role, aligning with ‘Tiger’ Muthuvel Pandian’s expanding network of allies?
The inclusion of an actor of Sethupathi’s caliber—known for his intense, unconventional choices—underscores the production’s ambition to elevate the scale and prestige of the Jailer franchise beyond the original’s already enormous success.
Multiple trade reports have specified that Vijay Sethupathi has joined the Jailer 2 unit for the ongoing schedule in Goa. This geographical detail lends significant weight to the unconfirmed casting news, suggesting the actor is already immersed in filming his scenes under Nelson Dilipkumar’s direction.
Jailer 2 is currently deep into its principal photography. The film had earlier completed key schedules in Chennai and various locales along the Tamil Nadu-Kerala border, including Attapadi. Rajinikanth, who reprises his beloved role as ‘Tiger’ Muthuvel Pandian, continues to lead the film, which aims for a massive worldwide release in 2026.
Nelson has historically showcased Sethupathi’s versatility in their previous film, Beast, where Sethupathi’s performance, while brief, was impactful. Fans are now eagerly awaiting the official announcement that will detail the scope and nature of this new alliance.
The potential addition of Vijay Sethupathi further solidifies Jailer 2’s position as a pan-Indian star vehicle. The sequel has already built an immense cast featuring actors from across the South Indian and Hindi film industries, creating what many are calling a cinematic ‘Endgame’ of talent:
- Returning Cast: Ramya Krishnan (reprising her role as Vijaya Pandian), Mohanlal and Shiva Rajkumar (returning after his powerful cameo in the first part) are confirmed.
- New Additions: Reports strongly suggest the inclusion of Bollywood stars Mithun Chakraborty (likely as the antagonist) and Vidya Balan, with Nandamuri Balakrishna and S. J. Suryah also joining in a pivotal role.
Nelson Dilipkumar now faces the challenge of deftly balancing this constellation of stars, ensuring each powerhouse performer is utilized effectively within the high-stakes narrative. The pressure is immense to surpass the gargantuan success of the first Jailer, which grossed approximately ₹650 crore worldwide.
As the Goa shoot progresses, all eyes remain firmly fixed on Sun Pictures for the official word that will confirm the reunion of Rajinikanth and Vijay Sethupathi, a pairing that promises cinematic fireworks in 2026.
