Acclaimed Tamil lyricist and poet Vairamuthu, a seven-time National Award winner, has revealed that superstar Rajinikanth's much-anticipated autobiography — currently in progress — may be published in both Tamil and English. The disclosure came after Vairamuthu paid a personal visit to Rajinikanth ahead of the actor's upcoming film Jailer 2, set to hit screens on 15 October 2026.

What Vairamuthu Said After Meeting Rajinikanth

Sharing details of the meeting on his X (formerly Twitter) timeline, Vairamuthu said he had called on the superstar to wish him ahead of Jailer 2's release. He clarified that their conversation centred on art and life, and that politics was not discussed at all — 'not a single word,' he noted.

During the visit, Vairamuthu asked Rajinikanth directly about the autobiography's timeline. 'I asked him, "When will your autobiography come out?" To this, he replied, "Work is underway. It will be out soon,"' Vairamuthu recounted. The lyricist then told Rajinikanth that the book was eagerly awaited. 'He asked me why and I told him many have a history but you also have charisma,' Vairamuthu said.

It was at this point that Rajinikanth reportedly hinted that the autobiography could first be released in both Tamil and English — a detail Vairamuthu chose to share publicly in his post.

Why This Matters

A bilingual release — in Tamil and English simultaneously — would signal an intent to reach far beyond Rajinikanth's core South Indian fanbase, tapping into his pan-Asian cult following and the global Tamil diaspora. Rajinikanth remains one of the few Indian film stars whose cultural reach extends into Japan, Malaysia, and Singapore. An English edition would also make his life story accessible to a wider international readership and cement his crossover appeal beyond cinema audiences alone.

Notably, the autobiography has been a subject of fan speculation for years. No publisher or release date has been officially confirmed as yet; the update from Vairamuthu represents the most concrete public signal that the project is actively moving forward.

Jailer 2: Release, Certification, and Trailer Highlights

Separate from the autobiography buzz, Jailer 2 — directed by Nelson Dilipkumar — has received a U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and is on course for its 15 October release. The film sees Rajinikanth reprise his role as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian.

The trailer, already released by the makers, has amplified fan excitement considerably. It opens with actor Suraj Venjaramoodu's character interrogating a hostage, who warns: 'Not just me, even you won't be able to find him.' The footage then reveals that Tiger Muthuvel Pandian has gone undercover — posing as a driver — to map out a criminal chain of command. The trailer also features S J Suryah as an adversary and showcases an exchange between Rajinikanth and Vidya Balan, whose character offers him tea or coffee, only for him to decline — prompting her dry retort: 'The choice is between tea or coffee. It is not between whether to drink or not.'

Shooting on Jailer 2 was officially wrapped in April 2026, when the production team shared images from a cake-cutting ceremony marking the end of filming.

What to Watch Next

While fans await Jailer 2's box-office opening on 15 October, all eyes will also be on any formal announcement regarding Rajinikanth's autobiography — including its publisher, a confirmed release window, and whether the bilingual format is ultimately finalised. Given the superstar's global following, even a tentative release date is expected to generate significant interest across literary and entertainment circles alike.