‘Jailer 2’ has me watching on repeat, says Rajinikanth fan Raghava Lawrence

Raghava Lawrence watched Rajinikanth-starrer ‘Jailer 2’ for a second time with S J Suryah, praising the film’s mass moments. Riteish Deshmukh, Kamal Haasan, Dhanush and other celebrities have also congratulated the team following the film’s release

Chennai: Actor and producer Raghava Lawrence, an ardent fan of Superstar Rajinikanth, said director Nelson Dilipkumar’s latest film, ‘Jailer 2’, had made him want to watch it on repeat. On Saturday, he revealed that he was watching the film for the second time with actor S J Suryah, who plays the antagonist in the movie.

Taking to X, Lawrence shared a picture of himself with Suryah at a theatre and wrote, “Watching #Jailer2 for the second time with @iam_SJSuryah brother! After Baashha, Jailer 2 has made me want to watch a movie on repeat just for Thalaivar’s MASS moments! A big thanks to director @Nelsondilpkumar, producer @sunpictures Kalanithi Maran sir, and @anirudhofficial for giving Thalaivar’s fans this MASS FEAST! My heartfelt wishes to the entire cast, crew, and technicians.”

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The film, which hit screens on October 15, has received praise from celebrities across the country. On Friday, Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh complimented Rajinikanth, writing, “Superstardom thy name is RAJNI sir …. #Jailer2.”

Deshmukh shared his experience of watching the film on X, posting his first reaction during the interval.

“Watching Jailor 2 — its interval now — Maha Blockbuster ….. Rajni Sir’s aura is on another level — Dir Nelson and the team, take a bow! Do yourselves a favour — watch the film — coz it’s HUKUM — TIGER KA HUKUM,” he wrote.

After the film ended, the Bollywood actor posted another message, calling it a blockbuster.

“B L O C K B U S T E R! Had such a great outing!!! I have clapped, whistled and cheered at every entry — it was a celebration in the theatre. Superstardom thy name RAJNI sir …. #Jailer2,” he wrote.

On Thursday, actor, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan congratulated his friend Rajinikanth after ‘Jailer 2’ emerged as a superhit worldwide, according to his post on X.

Congratulating Rajinikanth and the film’s team in Tamil, Haasan wrote, “News has come in that Jailer 2, starring my dear friend Rajinikanth, which released today, has emerged a superhit worldwide. Heartfelt congratulations to my friend Rajinikanth, director @Nelsondilpkumar, music composer @anirudhofficial, and the @sunpictures team.”

Nelson Dilipkumar responded to Haasan’s post, writing, “Thank you so much @ikamalhaasan sir, for your kind words. Coming from a legend like you, it means a lot! #jailer2.”

National Award-winning actor, director and producer Dhanush, who watched the film’s first-day, first show, was among the first to congratulate the team.

Taking to X after watching the film, Dhanush wrote, “JAILER 2 is a MUST MUST MUST watch. BLOCKBUSTER” followed by fire emojis. He added, “A FEAST for every Thalaivar fan.”

Several other actors and directors also congratulated the team on the film’s success.

Director Lingusamy wrote on X, “In #Rajinis’s 51-year journey, I feel that after Baadsha, #Jailer2 is the film that has truly made the most of Rajini sir’s aura, especially in the first half, which I can keep watching over and over again! The second half is a bonus. Congratulations on the grand success to Thalaivar @rajinikanth sir, @Nelsondilpkumar, @anirudhofficial, @iam_SJSuryah sir @sunpictures and the entire team.”

Director Venkat Prabhu also congratulated the team, writing, “#jailer2 is simply [fire emoji] Thalaiva @rajinikanth. Thank you @Nelsondilpkumar @anirudhofficial and team!!! Whatta experience! @sunpictures.”

Actors Vishnu Vishal and Soori, director Karthik Subbaraj and producer Nagavamsi were among those spotted at the film’s first-day, first show.

Subbaraj praised Rajinikanth’s screen presence and the film’s entertainment value in a post on X.

“Thalaivar sets the screen on Wild Wild Fire. Can’t take my eyes off him…. Love you Thalaivaaaa. Goosebumps Overloaded Mass Blast…. #Jailer2. @Nelsondilpkumar writing and execution (excellent). @anirudhofficial breathes high-octane energy into every frame. What a wonderful moment to see @mithunda_off sir, @Mohanlal sir, @NimmaShivanna sir, @bindasbhidu sir, @vidya_balan madam, @iHrithik sir and @iam_SJSuryah sir all in one film. Entertainment max. Thank you @sunpictures and the whole cast and crew for giving us a blockbuster feast in theatres.”