Jailer 2: Vinayakan Confirms Role In Rajinikanth's Awaited Sequel, Mohanlal Reportedly Returning Too

Rajinikanth’s

highly awaited Jailer 2 just got another major boost, Vinayakan and Mohanlal are now set to join the cast, following recent buzz around Vijay Sethupathi and Vidya Balan’s addition to the film.

Mohanlal, Vinayakan in Jailer 2

Mohanlal is expected join the film’s sets in Goa after December 20, in what is reportedly a short three-day stint. He played the role of Rajinikanth’s friend, a gangster named Mathew, in the film’s first part. Along with this, Vinayakan, during a press release event of a film, has made an official statement confirming his involvement in the film. He had said, "Everyone is asking me about it, but let me tell you that I am there in #Jailer2 but can’t give you the details”! Furthermore, he also called his character Varman in Jailer, his best comedy role.ALSO READ: Vijay Sethupathi To Be Part Of Rajnikanth's Jailer 2, Shoots Currently In Goa - Report For the unversed, it is the sequel to 2023 release Jailer, and is set to hit the theatres on June 12, 2026.

Vijay Sethupathi and Vidya Balan in the film?

According to an IANS report, industry insiders claimed that Vijay Sethupathi has joined the Goa schedule of Jailer 2, where his portions are reportedly being filmed under Nelson’s direction. However, there has been no official confirmation about his role or casting from the makers yet. A report from Hindustan Times suggested that Vidya Balan may play the role of Mithun Chakraborty’s eldest daughter. Mithun will reportedly serve as the film’s primary antagonist, appearing alongside Rajinikanth. If the reports hold true, Jailer 2 would mark Vidya Balan’s full-fledged Tamil debut following her cameo in Nerkonda Paarvai (2019). The buzz around the sequel remains high, largely due to the massive success of the first film, which collected approximately Rs 650 crore worldwide.