Rajinikanth watches ‘Jailer 2’ alongside fans in rare theatre visit

Rajinikanth surprised fans by watching ‘Jailer 2’ with them at a Chennai theatre, reportedly for the first time in 40 years. The film has drawn praise from Kamal Haasan, Dhanush, Riteish Deshmukh and several leading filmmakers

Chennai: Tamil superstar Rajinikanth has watched one of his films with his fans in a theatre for the first time in 40 years.

The superstar quietly made his way to PVR Cinemas at Phoenix Mall in Velachery, Chennai, on Friday night to watch his film ‘Jailer 2’ with his fans. A video clip released by Sun Pictures showed the superstar being received by a small group of people, including music director Anirudh, at the mall before being escorted to the theatre, where he was seen enjoying the film with his fans.

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The collections of ‘Jailer 2’, which is on course to break box-office records, have already crossed the Rs 500-crore mark.

Apart from emerging as a major blockbuster, director Nelson Dilipkumar’s ‘Jailer 2’, featuring Rajinikanth in the lead role, has earned praise from critics, audiences and celebrities across the country.

Bollywood star Riteish Deshmukh praised Rajinikanth, writing, “Superstardom thy name is RAJNI sir …. #Jailer2.” Deshmukh, who shared his experience of watching the film on X, first posted about it during the interval.

He wrote, “Watching Jailer 2 – its interval now – Maha Blockbuster ….. Rajni Sir’s aura is on another level- Dir Nelson & the team – take a bow !!!!! Do yourselves a favour -watch the film- coz It’s HUKUM -TIGER KA HUKUM.”

Soon after the film ended, the Bollywood star posted another message. He wrote, “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.”

Earlier, actor, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan had congratulated his friend Rajinikanth after ‘Jailer 2’ emerged as a worldwide hit.

In a congratulatory post on X, Haasan wrote in Tamil, “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.”

Director Nelson Dilipkumar was quick to respond to Haasan’s post. He wrote, “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 on its first day, first show, was among the first to congratulate the team.

Sharing his thoughts on X soon after watching the film, Dhanush wrote, “JAILER 2 is a MUST MUST MUST watch. BLOCKBUSTER (followed by a number of fire symbols). A FEAST for every Thalaivar fan.”

Several other leading actors and directors have 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 symbol) 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 who watched the film on its first day and expressed their excitement.

Subbaraj wrote 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 symbol).\@anirudhofficial breathes high octane energy in every frame. Whattey wonderful moment to see @mithunda_off sir, @Mohanlal sir @NimmaShivanna sir @bindasbhidu sir @vidya_balan madam @iHrithik sir @iam_SJSuryah sir all in one film. Entertainment max. Thank you @sunpictures and whole cast n crew for giving us Blockbuster feast in Theatres.”