Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh on Friday, 16 October 2026, declared Tamil superstar Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 a blockbuster, sharing live reactions on X that captured the electric theatre atmosphere surrounding the film's release. Deshmukh's enthusiastic posts are the latest in a growing wave of celebrity endorsements for the Nelson Dilipkumar-directed film, which opened to widespread acclaim across the country.

Riteish Deshmukh's Live Theatre Reactions

Deshmukh posted twice from the cinema hall — once at the interval and once after the credits rolled. At the midpoint, he wrote: 'Watching Jailor 2 - its interval now - Maha Blockbuster ….. Rajni Sir's aura is on another level- Dir Nelson & the team - take a bow !!!!! Do yourselves a favour -watch the film- coz It's HUKUM -TIGER KA HUKUM.'

After the film ended, he followed up with: 'B L O C K B U S T E R! Had such a great outing !!! I have clapped, whistled and cheered at every entry- it was a celebration in the theatre - superstardom thy name RAJNI sir …. #Jailer2.' His posts underlined the kind of mass, celebratory energy that Rajinikanth films typically generate in theatres.

Kamal Haasan and Director Nelson Among Early Congratulators

On Thursday, actor, producer and parliamentarian Kamal Haasan was among the first prominent names to publicly congratulate the team. Writing in Tamil on X, he said: 'News has come in that Jailer 2, starring my dear friend Rajinikanth, which released today has emerged a superhit worldwide. Heartfelt congratulations to my friend Rajinikanth, director @Nelsondilpkumar, music composer @anirudhofficial, and the @sunpictures team.'

Director Nelson Dilipkumar responded warmly, writing: 'Thank you so much @ikamalhaasan sir, for your kind words. Coming from a legend like you, it means a lot! #jailer2.' The exchange between two of Tamil cinema's most respected figures added considerable weight to the film's opening-day buzz.

Dhanush, Karthik Subbaraj and Industry Voices Pile On

National Award-winning actor and director Dhanush, who caught the first-day first show, was reportedly among the earliest industry voices to weigh in. He posted on X: 'JAILER 2 is a MUST MUST MUST watch. BLOCKBUSTER. A FEAST for every Thalaivar fan.'

Director Karthik Subbaraj offered a more detailed assessment, noting the film's star-studded cast. He wrote on X: 'Thalaivar sets the screen on Wild Wild Fire. Can't take my eyes off him.... Whattey wonderful moment to see @mithunda_off sir, @Mohanlal sir @NimmaShivanna sir @bindasbhidu sir @vidya_balan madam @iHrithik sir @iam_SJSuryah sir all in one film. Entertainment max.'

Director Lingusamy offered historical perspective, writing: 'In Rajini's 51-year journey, I feel that after Baadsha, Jailer 2 is the film that has truly made the most of Rajini sir's aura, especially in the first half.' Director Venkat Prabhu also praised the film, crediting both Nelson Dilipkumar and music composer Anirudh Ravichander for the experience.

Star Power on Screen Drives the Buzz

Among those who attended the first-day first show were actors Vishnu Vishal and Soori, and producer Nagavamsi, all of whom reportedly expressed enthusiasm for the film. The breadth of celebrity reaction — spanning Bollywood, Tamil, and Malayalam industries — reflects the pan-India appeal that Rajinikanth and the Sun Pictures production have built around the franchise.

Notably, Jailer 2 features an ensemble that includes Mithun Chakraborty, Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Jackie Shroff, Vidya Balan, Hrithik Roshan, and S.J. Suryah — a rare convergence of pan-Indian talent that has amplified pre-release and post-release interest alike. Whether the film sustains this momentum at the box office over the coming weeks remains to be seen.