# Forget SRK — Jailer 2 Makers Are Now in Talks with Hrithik Roshan for a Cameo, and Thalaivar Fans Are Losing It

URL: https://technosports.co.in/forget-srk-jailer-2-makers-are-now-in-talks-with-hrithik-roshan/  
Published: 2026-05-28  
Updated: 2026-05-28  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

According to a report by Valai Pechu, the makers of the Rajinikanth-starrer Jailer 2 are currently in talks with Hrithik Roshan for a cameo appearance in the film. The original plan reportedly involved Shah Rukh Khan stepping in for the role — but the King actor had to decline due to prior commitments to his own upcoming film, *King*. With SRK off the table, the team has now turned its attention to Hrithik. No official confirmation has been made yet, so treat this as an exciting but unverified development for now.

## Jailer 2 — Everything We Know So Far

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| Film | Jailer 2 |
| Lead | Rajinikanth |
| Director | Nelson Dilipkumar |
| Expected Release | September 11, 2026 |
| Key Cast | Mithun Chakraborty, Vidya Balan, SJ Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu |
| Returning Stars | Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar (expected) |
| Cameo in Talks | Hrithik Roshan (unconfirmed) |

![Jailer 2](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/jusiisis-1024x576.webp)

## Why This Cameo Matters

A [cameo](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameo_appearance) in a Rajinikanth film is never just a cameo — it’s a cultural moment. The original *Jailer* made waves with its star-studded appearances, and the sequel is clearly trying to match or top that energy. If Hrithik does come on board, it would mark a fascinating crossover — two of Indian cinema’s biggest action icons sharing the same frame, even briefly. It’s the kind of thing that sells tickets before a single frame of the trailer drops.

The SRK angle is also interesting. His commitment to *King* — reportedly one of the most anticipated Bollywood films in recent memory — shows just how packed the big-ticket calendar is right now. For all the latest updates on Jailer 2 and Indian cinema’s biggest crossover moments, stay tuned to [TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in).

## Rajinikanth’s Packed Pipeline

Jailer 2 isn’t the only thing keeping Thalaivar busy. Here’s what else is in the works for the superstar.

His next project after Jailer 2 is the tentatively titled Thalaivar173, co-produced by Kamal Haasan under Raaj Kamal Films International. The director’s chair for that project has seen some shuffling — Sundar C stepped away, Cibi Chakravarthi was reported as a replacement, and now there are murmurs that even he may exit, with Ashwath Marimuthu (the director behind *Dragon*) potentially stepping in with a fresh storyline.

And then there’s the big one — the dream project fans have been waiting years for. Rajinikanth is set to reunite with Kamal Haasan in the tentatively titled KHxRK Reunion, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar himself. The project was announced with a promo video, and Anirudh Ravichander has already been confirmed as the composer. Read more about Indian cinema’s biggest upcoming releases on [TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in).

## FAQs

### **Q. Is Hrithik Roshan officially confirmed for Jailer 2?**

No — as of now, the makers are reportedly in talks with Hrithik Roshan for a cameo, but there has been no official announcement from the production team.

### **Q. Why was Shah Rukh Khan replaced in Jailer 2’s cameo?**

  
SRK reportedly declined the cameo due to scheduling conflicts with his own upcoming film, *King*, following which the makers turned to Hrithik Roshan as an alternative.