
Rajinikanth"™s Jailer 2 BTS Video Lights Up Diwali: The Tiger Returns in Nelson"™s Next Action Spectacle
This Diwali, Sun Pictures surprised fans with a special treat "” a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video from the sets of Jailer 2."¨The production house shared the clip on its official X handle with the caption,"¨"œHappy Diwali from the sets of #Jailer2 @rajinikanth @Nelsondilpkumar @anirudhofficial." The short video shows Superstar Rajinikanth on set, warmly interacting with the crew and shooting key scenes. Even though it"™s brief, the clip gives fans a clear glimpse of the film"™s scale and energy "” featuring Rajinikanth"™s trademark charm, Nelson Dilipkumar"™s stylish direction, and Anirudh Ravichander"™s vibrant background score. This post comes after the official Jailer 2 announcement teaser, which confirmed Rajinikanth"™s return as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian. Together, the teaser and this festive BTS update have brought back huge excitement for what"™s shaping up to be one of Tamil cinema"™s biggest upcoming sequels. While Sun Pictures has not revealed a release date in the teaser or any official post, Jailer 2 is reportedly targeting a June 2026 release, with June 12, 2026, being widely circulated as the likely date. However, there has been no official confirmation from the production house or the film"™s team so far. Reports suggest that Jailer 2 will take the story of Muthuvel Pandian forward with deeper emotions, grand visuals, and intense action."¨Director Nelson Dilipkumar, known for blending dark humour with mass entertainment, is said to be working on a story that adds more depth while keeping the thrilling tone of the first film. Anirudh Ravichander, who delivered hit tracks like Kaavaalaa and Hukum in Jailer, returns as the composer and is expected to bring another power-packed album for Rajinikanth"™s larger-than-life character. According to The Times of India, Rajinikanth"™s schedule remains packed following Jailer 2. The actor is set to reunite with director Sundar C nearly 30 years after their 1995 blockbuster Arunachalam. The report adds that this reunion will follow his commitments to Jailer 2, making it one of the most anticipated collaborations of his career. Wishing everyone a super Deepavali 🪔🎇😎 Here's a exclusive BTS from #Jailer2#HappyDeepavali pic.twitter.com/D1M4esKznG— Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) October 20, 2025 Meanwhile, Rajinikanth recently wrapped Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, a film already generating huge buzz for possibly tying the Superstar into the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). His intense look and gritty tone in Coolie have impressed fans, proving that even after four decades, his screen dominance remains unmatched. There"™s also growing speculation that Rajinikanth may team up with Kamal Haasan, a dream combination Tamil cinema fans have awaited for decades. At 75, Rajinikanth shows no signs of slowing down. With Coolie, Jailer 2, and the upcoming Sundar C collaboration on the horizon, he"™s proving once again that his passion for cinema remains unstoppable..Jailer 2, still in early production, already carries immense expectations "” not just as a sequel, but as a landmark moment in Rajinikanth"™s ongoing cinematic evolution. Jailer 2 is still in early production, but the expectations are already sky-high. The Diwali BTS video has sparked a wave of excitement online, reminding everyone that the Superstar is back in action "” and when The Tiger roars again, the whole of Tamil cinema will take notice.