Rajinikanth, who is currently filming for Nelson’s Jailer 2, is travelling to Bengaluru to take part in the next schedule of the shoot. At the Chennai airport on Tuesday, the veteran actor addressed the press, dropping updates about Coolie and Jailer 2, while also expressing his sorrow about the Ahmedabad plane crash.
Speaking to the reporters, Rajinikanth said. “I am currently travelling to Bengaluru to shoot for Jailer 2. Meanwhile, Coolie is gearing up to release in theatres on August 14.” Further, when he was asked about the recent Ahmedabad plane crash, the actor said, “It is an extremely unfortunate accident. Nobody should go through something like this again.”
A sequel to the 2023 film Jailer, Jailer 2 sees the return of Nelson as the director. Rajinikanth will be seen reprising his role of ‘Tiger’ Muthuvel Pandian, alongside Ramya Krishnan, who portrayed the role of his wife in the first film. Shivarajkumar, who made a cameo appearance in the first film, recently confirmed being a part of the sequel as well. It is yet to be confirmed whether Mohanlal and Jackie Shroff, who also had powerful cameos in the film, will be back for the second instalment.
Interestingly, the stellar ensemble is expected to get more star-studded in the sequel, with names like Nandamuri Balakrishna and Suraj Venjaramoodu speculated to be part of the cast. Additionally, Malayalam actor Anna Raajan, best known for her breakthrough role in Lijo Jose Pellissery's Angamaly Diaries (2017), recently announced that she is a part of the upcoming Rajinikanth vehicle.
Backed by Kalanithi Maran's Sun Pictures, Jailer 2 will have music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography by Vijay Kartik Kannan and editing by R Nirmal. The makers have yet to announce the plot details, extended cast details, and a release date for Jailer 2.
Meanwhile, Coolie, Rajinikanth’s film with Lokesh Kanagaraj, boasts an ensemble comprising Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, and Shruti Haasan in prominent roles. Aamir Khan and Pooja Hegde are set to make special appearances. Also a part of the cast are Reba Monica John, Junior MGR, and Monisha Blessy.
Backed by Sun Pictures, Coolie’s technical crew comprises cinematographer Girish Gangadharan, editor Philomin Raj and music composer Anirudh Ravichander. Rajinikanth’s 171st film, Coolie, is all set to hit theatres on August 14.
