Actor and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan has congratulated his friend Rajinikanth after ‘Jailer 2’ was declared a superhit worldwide. The film was released on Thursday, and top stars and directors have since shared praise for the action entertainer.
Kamal Haasan’s congratulatory post
Kamal Haasan wrote on X 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 replied quickly. “Thank you so much @ikamalhaasan sir, for your kind words. Coming from a legend like you, it means a lot! #jailer2,” he wrote.
Lingusamy and Venkat Prabhu hail the film
Director Lingusamy also posted 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 wrote, “#jailer2 is simply 🔥 Thalaiva @rajinikanth. Thank you @Nelsondilpkumar@anirudhofficial and team!!! Whatta experience! @sunpictures.”
Dhanush calls it a ‘must watch’
Earlier in the day, National Award-winning actor Dhanush watched the first day-first show of the film. He shared his reaction on X soon after. “JAILER 2 is a MUST MUST MUST watch. BLOCKBUSTER 🔥🔥🔥. A FEAST for every Thalaivar fan,” he wrote.Several other southern stars also went to theatres for the first day first show. The film has had a strong opening, with positive reviews coming in from all areas. Actors Vishnu Vishal and Soori, director Karthik Subbaraj and producer Nagavamsi were among those spotted at screenings, and all of them were thrilled.
Karthik Subbaraj’s review
Karthik Subbaraj shared a long note 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. @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.”The film hit theatres on October 15, 2026.