Hrithik Roshan to replace Shah Rukh Khan in Jailer 2 cameo
Hrithik Roshan to replace Shah Rukh Khan in Jailer 2 cameo
Updated at: June 13, 2026 at 08:01 AM
Exciting news is brewing in the Indian film industry!
As of mid-June 2026, reports suggest that Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan is set to join the cast of the highly anticipated sequel, Jailer 2.
Initially, this pivotal cameo role was intended for Shah Rukh Khan, who reportedly had to step down due to scheduling conflicts with his upcoming film, King.
Unlike a fleeting appearance, Hrithik’s role is described as a strong, significant character who aids the protagonist, Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, at a critical moment.
If confirmed, this marks a heartwarming 40-year reunion for Hrithik and Rajinikanth, who last shared the screen in 1986’s Bhagwaan Dada.
Currently, director Nelson Dilipkumar is overseeing select reshoots to ensure the film reaches its full potential.
With a massive pan-Indian cast already in place, Jailer 2 is shaping up to be a cinematic spectacle that moviegoers won't want to miss.
