Jailer 2 Heading Towards Kollywood’s All Time Industry Hit?

Article by Kumar Published on: 12:25 pm, 18 October 2026

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 is heading for a sensational opening weekend, with trade estimates suggesting the film could touch ₹425 crore by Sunday night. The Nelson Dilipkumar directorial is recording impressive numbers across markets, particularly overseas, where the film is performing exceptionally well.

Interestingly, the film is achieving these numbers despite receiving mixed talk from audiences. The massive craze surrounding Rajinikanth, Anirudh Ravichander’s energetic music, and Nelson’s trademark elevation blocks appear to be working strongly in its favour.

Rajinikanth’s screen presence continues to be one of the biggest attractions, drawing fans to theatres. The ongoing Dasara holidays have also played a major role in boosting collections. With audiences having more time to visit theatres, the festive period has given the film a significant box-office advantage.

Meanwhile, trade circles are already discussing the film’s lifetime potential. Some reports suggest that Jailer 2 could overtake the lifetime collections of Rajinikanth’s 2.0 during its full theatrical run. If that happens, the sequel could emerge as the biggest blockbuster in Kollywood history.

However, its long-term performance will depend on how well it sustains collections after the holiday period. For now, Jailer 2 is enjoying a massive opening, and all eyes are on whether it can turn this extraordinary start into an all-time industry hit.