Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 hits theatres: Fans celebrate like it's Diwali, Pongal and Christmas

Superstar worship

Firecrackers, milk abhishekam, giant cut-outs and beating drums turned cinema halls into celebration grounds as Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 hit theatres on Thursday. Fans gathered from dawn across Tamil Nadu to welcome the 76-year-old superstar. In Tiruchirappalli, supporters reached La Maris Theatre as early as 6 am, treating the first show almost like a temple visit. For them, this was much more than another film release.

Prisoner parade

Madurai witnessed an unusual spectacle as Rajinikanth fans dressed as jail wardens and prisoners to celebrate Jailer 2. Outside Solamalai Theatre in Arasaradi, supporters poured milk over massive banners, cut cakes and distributed sweets while Nashik Dhol beats filled the streets. Fans gathered across 22 theatres in the city, with some comparing the release celebrations to Madurai's famous Chithirai festival.

Crore devotion

How far can a fan's love for a superstar go? In Madurai, a 54-year-old Rajinikanth admirer claimed he had spent more than Rs 1 crore over his lifetime erecting cut-outs of the actor. Another supporter described Rajinikanth as a "living saint". The extraordinary displays of devotion showed how the actor's influence extends far beyond cinema, with some fans treating his film releases as deeply personal occasions.

Billion ambition

Can Jailer 2 cross the Rs 1,000 crore box-office milestone? Fans are already discussing the possibility, but not everyone is obsessed with collections. In Tiruchirappalli, fan club member Sanjay told PTI Videos that entertainment matters more than records. He argued that if audiences find the sequel worth their ticket money, the Rs 1,000 crore milestone could follow naturally. The expectations are enormous after the blockbuster success of the first Jailer.

Generational frenzy

From Thoothukudi to Thanjavur and Dindigul, the celebrations brought together generations of Rajinikanth admirers. In Thoothukudi, 61-year-old S Anbudurai joined younger fans, while Lavanya described first-day screenings as a family tradition inherited from her father. In Thanjavur, fans broke coconuts and danced to drums, while Dindigul witnessed fireworks and traditional percussion performances. The superstar's appeal continues to bridge age groups.