In an unexpected move that sent ripples across the fan base, the legendary superstar slipped into a PVR theatre at Phoenix Mall, Velachery, on Friday, his face lit by the glow of a projector screen. The low‑key entrance was a quiet affair, with music director Anirudh Ravichander among a small group welcoming him—no paparazzi, no fanfare, just a handful of loyal followers and a few industry heavyweights.
But the real drama unfolded inside the auditorium. Rajinikanth, seated beside a line of cheering fans, watched Jailer 2—directed by Nelson Dilipkumar—play out its high‑octane narrative. The screen lit up with the star’s own swagger, a meta‑moment that felt almost cinematic. “It’s a celebration,” said Riteish Deshmukh, who had just finished a viewing, “I was clapping, whistling, and cheering at every entry—pure superstardom.”
The film’s numbers echo that hype: opening day global gross of ₹125.25 crore and a nine‑day tally already over ₹600 crore worldwide. These figures shatter the lifetime record of its predecessor, cementing Jailer 2 as one of the highest‑grossing Tamil movies of all time. Kamal Haasan, Dhanush and even Yogi Babu joined the chorus of praise, congratulating the entire crew, from director Dilipkumar to composer Anirudh.
All told, Rajinikanth’s rare theatre visit was more than a selfie moment; it was a nod to a new generation of fans and a testament to a film that’s already rewriting box‑office history. Verdict: The star’s presence only heightens the film’s buzz, proving that even legends can’t resist a good story on the big screen.