Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth in the lead, is one of the most-awaited films of 2026. Helmed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the sequel initially grabbed headlines after reports claimed that Shah Rukh Khan would be seen in a cameo role. However, with the superstar declining the offer, it appears that makers may remove the cameo altogether.
What do we know about Shah Rukh Khan’s cameo in Jailer 2?
According to Movies Singapore, the makers of Jailer 2 are likely to scrap Shah Rukh Khan’s entire cameo role. Reportedly, the team will begin a patchwork shoot with Rajinikanth on June 8 or 9, 2026, after the superstar comes back from vacation. However, there is no official announcement made on this.
Why Shah Rukh Khan declined a cameo role in Rajinikanth starrer?
Earlier, Shah Rukh Khan was expected to be seen in a cameo role. However, due to his prior commitments to King, the actor passed on the opportunity to make a special appearance in Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2.
The makers of Jailer 2 are planning to release the film in September 2026, while SRK’s King is slated to hit theatres in December 2026. Due to different timelines of both the releases, Shah Rukh Khan and the makers mutually decided to part ways.
Who all stars in Jailer 2? When is it set to release?
Jailer is an upcoming action thriller sequel directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, with Rajinikanth reprising his lead role. The film is expected to pick up from the story of Muthuvel Pandian following the events of the first part.
Apart from Rajinikanth, the film also stars Mithun Chakraborty, Vidya Balan, SJ Suryah, and Suraj Venjaramoodu in key roles. Additionally, Mohanlal and Shiva Rajkumar are likely to reprise their roles in the sequel. Although makers have yet to confirm the release date, reports state that the film can arrive in theatres on September 11, 2026.
