Fresh buzz surrounding Rajinikanth’s much-awaited Jailer 2 has sparked excitement among fans. According to recent reports, Hrithik Roshan is set to join the film in a pivotal cameo role that was previously rumored to be offered to Shah Rukh Khan.
Earlier reports had suggested that Shah Rukh Khan would make a special appearance in the sequel, with plans for him to shoot an action-packed five-day cameo. However, subsequent reports claimed that the superstar stepped away from the project due to scheduling commitments.
At the time, sources indicated that Shah Rukh was keen on the role but decided to prioritize King, a project particularly close to his heart as it marks the theatrical debut of his daughter, Suhana Khan.
Now, a report by the Hindustan Times claims that Hrithik Roshan has stepped into the role. According to a source quoted by the publication, “Hrithik is definitely doing a powerful cameo in Jailer 2. He plays Rajini sir’s friend, who enters the story during a crucial moment to help him overcome a crisis. Hrithik is expected to shoot his portions this month.”
If the reports turn out to be true, the film will reunite Hrithik and Rajinikanth on screen after nearly 40 years. The duo last shared screen space in the 1986 film Bhagwan Dada, where Hrithik appeared as a child artist.
Although the filmmakers have yet to make an official announcement, the rumored casting has already created a wave of excitement among fans. The possibility of witnessing Hrithik Roshan and Rajinikanth together on screen has quickly become a major topic of discussion across social media platforms.
Meanwhile, Hrithik recently made headlines with a cryptic Instagram post that caught the attention of both fans and industry insiders.
Sharing a selfie, the actor wrote, “Just got asked what kind of role I’m looking for. And I surprised myself when the answer came to me. Remember Zaffar from Luck By Chance? That’s the one. I’d jump at something like that. But directors only want to see me play the good guy. Sad.”
The post instantly fueled speculation about the kind of characters Hrithik hopes to explore in the future, with many fans expressing their desire to see him take on more unconventional and layered roles.