Why Balakrishna said No to Rajinikanth Jailer 2 ? / Rajamouli- Prithviraj poster Trolled

 Sources claim Balakrishna  daughter Tejaswini advised him against cameo roles for now. Tejaswini has played a vital role in shaping his recent success streak from Akhanda to Daaku Maharaaj. With a strong mass image currently, his close circle felt there was no need for a short appearance in another star’s film. In the first Jailer, cameos mainly boosted Rajinikanth’s character. Balakrishna fans may not accept him appearing only in a supportive capacity. Earlier, short roles like the one in Oo Kodathara Ulikki Padathara did not bring the expected response, which is why he moved away from cameos.

Rajinikanth and Balakrishna share mutual respect. Rajinikanth even attended N T Rama Rao’s centenary celebrations out of admiration. But the role planned for Balakrishna in Jailer 2 reportedly had more highlight moments for Rajinikanth. The character was designed to elevate Rajinikanth rather than glorify Balakrishna, and he felt this role may not suit him at this stage of his career.

For the first time, the work of SS Rajamouli received unanimous trolling.

Social media platforms are filled with trolls and the poster received mixed responses. Prithviraj Sukumaran’s poster was compared to that of Suriya from 24 and Vivek Oberoi from Krrish 3 among the Indian films. Prithviraj Sukumaran is announced as the film’s lead antagonist and the poster said that he is paralysed in his arms and legs. The netizens also compared his look with Patrick Stewart in X-Men and Harrison Wells in Flash. The poster also looked simple and it did not have enough detailing like the past posters of Rajamouli’s films. Even the first look posters of Prabhas and Rana Daggubati from the franchise of Baahubali are being circulated today lauding the previous works of Rajamouli.

For the first time, Rajamouli’s work got trolled unanimously. SS Rajamouli is the country’s best director and his work received unanimous praise for all his films. He is known for his detailing in every craft. He is completely focused on GlobeTrotter, a stylish forest adventure featuring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran playing the lead roles. The first look poster of Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha has been unveiled today and he is seen sitting on a wheelchair.

Despite the pre-release hype and Rajamouli’s massive brand value, the film’s box office performance has been modest. By the end of its first week, “Baahubali: The Epic” collected a net of Rs 30 crore in India and a worldwide gross of Rs 46 crore, a disappointing figure given the film’s legendary box office status.

Telugu – Rs 21 Cr
Hindi – Rs 6.2 Cr
Kannada – Rs 0.15 Cr
Tamil   – Rs 1.86 Cr
Malayalam – Rs 0.72 Cr

Rajinikanth Jailer 2 Release Date / Thalapathy croon for Jana Nayagan,

 Actor Rajinikanth, who was filming the second schedule of Nelson Dilipkumar's highly anticipated Jailer 2 in Palakkad and Coimbatore for the last one week, returned to Chennai on Wednesday. Greeting reporters and addressing the film's latest developments, Rajinikanth said noted that the action entertainer's shooting is progressing swiftly.

During the same time, when a reporter probed about the film's release date, he said that it would hit screens on June 12 next year. He also congratulated Mohanlal for winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards and expressed his happiness on the actor winning the prestigious honour.

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, 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, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Vidya Balan and Mithun Chakraborty 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), 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. Plot details, along with the actors part of the extended cast are yet to be announced by the makers.

a report from Valai Pechu YouTube channel claims that the film’s first single could release around Diwali 2025. Adding to the buzz, the track is said to be sung by Vijay himself, making it a major highlight for his fans. The grand audio launch of the film is reportedly planned for December 27, 2025, in Malaysia. Vijay’s upcoming political action drama Jana Nayagan is one of the most anticipated Tamil releases of recent times. Directed by H Vinoth, the film is slated to arrive in theatres on January 9, 2026, and is set to be Vijay’s swansong 

 he action sequences in the film are already generating hype. Previously we reported that, as per speculations, the climax will showcase Vijay’s character battling humanoids, touching upon the theme of “Humans vs AI”. The finale is rumoured to be one of the most visually ambitious spectacles ever attempted in Indian cinema, though for now, these remain only fan-fuelled theories.

As Jana Nayagan prepares for its Pongal 2026 release, it is set for a clash at the box office with Sivakarthikeyan’s period drama Parasakthi, directed by Sudha Kongara, which hits screens on January 14, 2026.

Fahadh Faasil career low opening- Maareesan / Lal 's Mathew to Join Rajini Muthuvel

 

FaFa or otherwise  Fahadh Faasil has recorded the second-lowest opening for the actor in the post-COVID era. It just surpassed Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum’s 55 lakh. See Maareesan 4 day collection.

Day 1 [1st Friday]	₹ 0.75 Cr * rough data	-
Day 2 [1st Saturday]	₹ 1.37 Cr * rough data	82.67%
Day 3 [1st Sunday]	₹ 1.39 Cr * rough data	1.46%
Day 4 [1st Monday]	₹ 0.15 Cr **

 

Overall, Maareesan had an occupancy of 18% on day 1, which resulted in a collection of 75 lakh net at the Indian box office, as per Sacnilk. Adjusting for GST, it stands at 88 lakh gross.

Take a look at the openings of Fahadh Faasil’s post-COVID releases:

1.     Pushpa 2: The Rule – 179.25 crores

2.     Pushpa: The Rise – 45.78 crores

3.     Vikram – 32.05 crores

4.     Vettaiyan – 31.7 crores

5.     Maamannan – 8.5 crores

6.     Aavesham – 3.65 crores

7.     Bougainvillea – 3.3 crores

8.     Malayankunju – 1.5 crores

9.     Dhoomam – 90 lakh

10.Maareesan – 75 lakh

11.Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum – 55 lakh

Apart from Fahadh, the film also features Vadivelu. Released yesterday (July 25), the Kollywood comedy crime thriller opened to mostly decent reviews from critics, with the leading cast getting praised for their strong performances. Even among the moviegoers, word-of-mouth is mainly on the favorable side. Many felt that the the film started as road movie shifted gear to a thriller and probably as somebody told the Director to do so as Tamil audience do not go solely by road stories and want action. What helped Maaman was the political story in it.

Fa Fa revealed his retirement plans in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India as part of the promotional campaign for his film Maareesan. He disclosed his retirement plans only after the interviewer asked him about his idea of becoming an Uber driver in Barcelona. Fahadh responded, “Ya ya, of course.” The interviewer was persistent and wanted to know the specifics. So Fahadh explained his plan: “No, I think it’ll only happen after people are done with me here, you know?” But the interviewer was confident that people were not going to get bored of their beloved FaFa.

Finally Mohanlal as Mathew is all set to join Jailer Muthuvel Pandian in the sequel. Set work is on at Attapadi in Kerala.

SK v/s ARM, Pa Ranjith film title, Lokesh - Suriya - Dulquer- Chiyaan - Priyanka Mohan -Jailer / Thug Life updates

  Sivakarthikeyan refusal to grow a long beard for the last 12 day shoot of Madharasi and next with Karthik Subburaj,  Lokesh LC Benz in Pondicherry. Pa Ranjith Arya film title named, Priyanka Mohan Netflix film in Korea, Netflix deal with Dhruv Natchitram and early release, Surya 45 wrap up and Suriya 46 work in full swing. Suraj Venjaramoodu ( Veera Dheera Sooran) and Sujith ( Pani) in Jailer 2, Dulquer Kaantha updates. Read for full details:

• The screenplay and dialogue work of Kaithi 2 has begun, shoot will begin from December 2025. Last stages of Coolie post production work also happening simultaneously.
• Vijay is set to shoot for his final schedule as an actor during the first week of May for Jana Nayagan. The TN rights of the film have been bought for 90 crores by Romeo. Vijay will be playing an IPL officer turned politician in this film.
• The final schedule of Suriya45 is completed (Climax Block which was shot in Prasad Studios), as Suriya moves on to Retro promotions.
• Thug Life will be having a grand release in the Hindi Multiplexes, and will only be available on OTT platforms 8 weeks post release. Kamal Haasan has been confirmed to be a major screenwriter in the film. STR and Trisha romantic melody song from May 7th. The trailer and audio launch is locked for May 16th.
• Sivakarthikeyan’s Madharaasi is experiencing difficulties regarding the final schedule of the film. A 12 days call sheet is needed from SK with his long beard look, but he isn’t willing to grow it out right now due to Parashakthi shoot. Solutions regarding this issue are currently being solved. Expect an update regarding the first single soon.
• Shooting of Dhanush’s Idli Kadai has been wrapped up with the whole cast. The movie is set for release on October 1.
• Kaantha, starring Dulquer Salmaan is in the final stages of post production. An OTT deal with Netflix has been struck. The film will likely be releasing in July 2025, an announcement can be expected soon.
• Fahadh Faasil has been roped in for Jailer 2, along with Suraj V (VDS), and Sujith Shankar (Pani). Shooting is happening in Kerala currently.
• Pre-production works for Suriya46 have been happening on full flow. The music sittings have started last. Mamitha has been locked for the film, and Keerthy Suresh is in talks. GV Prakash has been signed as the music director. Shoot from May 15th.
• Pa Ranjith’s next directorial is going to be titled Vettuvam. The film primarily stars Arya, Dinesh, and Sobhita.The shoot has been happening at a brisk pace in Kumbakon. First schedule has already been completed.
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• The much delayed Dhruva Nachathiram has been bought by Netflix for 40 crores- all of the issues regarding the film have been solved and the team is looking for any Friday to release the film. Expect updates soon- a press meet can be expected anytime.
• The shooting of the upcoming LCU film BENZ, is gearing up for its first schedule in Pondicherry.
• KH237 is going to be produced by Lyca Producutions is not true. It is RKFI production
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• Priyanka Mohan is currently in Korea, shooting for an exclusive film with Netflix with her in the lead role. The director of this film is Nitham Oru Vaanam fame RaKarthik.
• Sivakarthikeyan is in talks for a Karthik Subbaraj film.
• Goutham Vasudev Menon is planning to do a low budget comedy film with Santhanam as the lead. Talks are currently going on.

Rajinikanth at Sivan temple / L3 Empuran sequel about Pahalgam asks netizens

 

Superstar Rajinikanth made a quick stop at a temple in the Anaikatti hills near Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore before he proceeded to begin shoot for Jailer 2. The actor was seen getting out of his car and went inside the temple to offer prayers. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, Jailer 2 also stars Ramya Krishnan.

Superstar Rajinikanth, who is currently shooting for director Nelson Dilipkumar's Jailer 2 at Anaikatti hills near Tamil Nadu's Coimbatore, made a quick stop at a local temple.

Rajinikanth Offers Prayers Before Jailer 2 Shoot

The video features Rajinikanth getting out of the car and walking into the temple to offer prayers. Some lucky fans managed to get pictures clicked with the icon.

Fans of the actor have taken note of his daily travel plans and been waiting to catch a glimpse of him.

On April 25, Rajinikanth was on his way from Anaikatti to Mangarai, and he visited the Matheswaran Sivan temple. The priest welcomed him and performed a pooja. The temple priest also enquired about Rajinikanth's health.

As soon as his car halted, fans came to know of his arrival and thronged outside the temple to meet Rajinikanth. The actor displayed his humble nature by greeting them with folded hands.

A video from the temple visit and a few pictures are now going viral on social media.

Fahadh Faasil In Jailer 2

Reports are rife that Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil is likely to share the screen with Superstar Rajinikanth in director Nelson Dilipkumar's upcoming film, Jailer 2.

The two actors had previously worked together in director TJ Gnanavel's Vettaiyan, which released in theatres in 2024. Reports suggest that Fahadh Faasil will be seen in a crucial role in Jailer 2.

Is L3 about Pahalgam reconstructed  by Murali Gopy - Prithviraj?

Comments on Mohanlal post on Pahalgam

A few of the caustic comments that reached the actor for his Facebook post:'Beware of Saeed Masoods who come to India after training from Pakistan'Shall we not make another movie to justify this attack, Mohanlal sir?We loved you unconditionally, sir, but the decision to act in ‘Empuraan’ was the final nail in the coffin

 

Call Prithviraj, we should go for ‘Empuraan 3’ to whitewash the Pahalgam terror attack

 

Balakrishna to join Rajinikanth in Jailer 2 / Ajith film 2nd Highest Pre Sales of 2025 / Empuran 43% Loss

 

While fans remain anxious about the release date, the filmmakers are reportedly in no rush. For those unaware, Shiva Rajkumar and Mohanlal made cameo appearances in the first instalment, and both actors had said that they would come back if called for  for similar roles in Jailer 2.

Adding to the excitement, there is speculation that Balakrishna might join the cast. Given his long-standing friendship with Rajinikanth and his reputation for powerful mass action roles, the buzz around this potential casting is strong. Though there is no official confirmation yet, the rumoured pairing has fans pumped up.

High-voltage screen presence of Rajini and Balayya together will be  pure fireworks guaranteed.

Good Bad Ugly registers 2nd best pre-sales of 2025!

With pre-sales worth 18.90 crores, Good Bad Ugly has recorded the second-highest day 1 pre-sales at the Indian box office in 2025. It surpassed Ajith Kumar’s own Vidaamuyarchi to grab the second spot. For those who don’t know, Vidaamuyarchi closed its day 1 advance booking at 18.40 crores. Ram Charan’s Game Changer is at the top with a massive 31.80 crores.

Take a look at the top day 1 advance bookings of 2025:

1.    Game Changer – 31.80 crores

2.    Good Bad Ugly – 18.90 crores

3.    Vidaamuyarchi – 18.40 crores

4.    L2: Empuraan – 18.15 crores

5.    Chhaava – 13.85 crores

6.    Sankranthiki Vasthunam – 12.40 crores

L2 Empuran as per Indian box office has yet to recover 43 % of the Rs 180 crores that has been invested. With 14 days over and falling occupancy as well as three Malayalam films releasing, it can be safely be said that it will not recover the cost and not cross the Manjumel Boys record ( Rs 142 crores). Boys highest collection in India was from Tamil Nadu and here the collection sharing percentage was in favour of theatres and distributors. Empuran on the other hand collected most in Kerala and was loaded in favour of distributors.

Though the collection of 102.18 crores is impressive, it’s not enough considering the exorbitant budget of 180 crores. If calculated, so far, 56.76% of the total cost has been recovered, and 77.82 crores more needs to be recovered. Considering the slow pace, it’s highly impossible. So, despite its strong total, the film will end its journey with a losing verdict at the Indian box office, as per Koimoi’s parameters.

Box office achievements

Recently, L2: Empuraan became the second Malayalam film in history to enter the 100-crore club at the Indian box office. Also, it’s currently the second highest-grossing Malayalam film after Manjummel Boys (142 crores). Globally, it’s the only Mollywood film to cross the major milestone of 250 crores. Before ending the run, it is likely to touch the 275 crore mark.

 

Ajith says no Kaduvul - Rajini says Yes Kaduvul / Pushpa 2 for Chapris ???

 Ajith or AK had only the other day told his fans not to call him with prefix kaduvalaey and yesterday Rajinikanth temple was renovated with a new idol in Madurai and Thalaivar has agreed to come to the temple. A seemingly innoncent greeting from SRK to Rajini calling him  as cool coolest has angered Kamal fans. So is our KH not Mr Cool " Why have you not wished our KH ?

Thalaivar afte Jaipur scejdule attended by aamir and Upemdra is leaving for next shoot at Vizag. After that a final shoot of Coolie is at Dubai. Why was Jailer 2 promo not released ? Producers want to release it for New Year but some say the teaser was not ready yesterday. Film is coming only on January 2-26 !/

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PUSHPA 2 HINDI SUCCESS (DID ONLY CHAPRIS WATCHED IT ????) - RAGHUL OPINION

Pushpa 2 is massive success in Hindi Belt. There are ofcourse people in denial still 🙄.

Now ever since this movie became success. Certain motivated fans (No marks for guessing) and certain PR machinery who thinks massive success of Pushpa 2 in Hindi belt might undermine their star hero’s success recently started spreading this message

“Pushpa 2 is made for chapris and by chapris”

First of all I did not understand “ By chapris” are these guys saying South Indians or telugus are chapris. That's pretty racial to me.

Next this is high quality bhojpuri movie is another comment. This is already demeaning bhojpuri movie. Also movies is about a labourer who became a smuggler. He is uneducated . You expect him to speak in Bollywood porche Bandra style Hindi accent and do a duet with srivalli in foreign locales.

I really don't understand this commentary from motivated fans.

Next let's come to this statements

“ Only chapris watched. Massive hit in villages and towns and not in big cities “

This is day 1 of Pushpa Hindi belt collections

Highest collections has still come from Metropolitan areas ie Mumbai(Gujarat and Maharastra), Delhi and East Punjab.

Ok forget that chapris will only watch in single screens available but maximum footfalls on day 1 has still come from Multiplex chains in Hindi belt.

Conclusion-

It's a stupid of many to try and undermine their own audience as chapri. Their actions and statements are motivated and with full jealousy.

Instead of crying on certain sect or individuals may be work harder to give content ie acceptable to all.