No change in Hindi release plans for Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’, makers clarify

The makers of Rajinikanth-starrer ‘Jailer 2’ have dismissed reports suggesting the film will skip Hindi theatres. Its Hindi version is scheduled to release on October 15, 2026, alongside other language versions, with Pen Marudhar Entertainment handling North India distribution

Mumbai: The makers of the upcoming Rajinikanth-starrer ‘Jailer 2’ have clarified that the film will be released in Hindi markets, dismissing reports that it would not get a Hindi release.

On Monday, the film’s publicist issued a statement on behalf of the makers, refuting reports claiming that the film would not be released in Hindi.

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“In light of recent media reports suggesting that ‘Jailer 2’ will not be releasing in Hindi, we would like to officially clarify that the film’s Hindi version is scheduled for a theatrical release on Thursday, October 15, 2026, alongside its other language versions, as originally planned,” the statement said.

The makers further stated, “The film will be distributed in North India by Pen Marudhar Entertainment. There has been no change to the scheduled Hindi theatrical release. We request all media publications and platforms to take note of this clarification and refrain from circulating any unverified information regarding the film’s release. We appreciate the media’s continued support and cooperation.”

‘Jailer 2’ is the sequel to the 2023 blockbuster ‘Jailer’ and sees Tamil superstar Rajinikanth return as retired jailer Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, who is drawn into another dangerous confrontation involving criminal networks and threats to his family.

The film also stars Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Jackie Shroff, Mithun Chakraborty, Vidya Balan, S J Suryah and Suraj Venjaramoodu. Anirudh Ravichander returns as the music composer. The film’s trailer promises large-scale action, dark humour and dramatic confrontations. Rajinikanth has said he agreed to the sequel because the original film left room for the story to continue.

Produced by Sun Pictures, the film is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and is set to release in cinemas on October 15, 2026.