27th August 2023, Mumbai: Rajinikanth’s action-packed spectacle, “Jailer,” continues to captivate audiences and dominate the box office as it completes its triumphant 17-day run in theatres. Released on August 10, the film has amassed an impressive ₹5.5 crore nett in India across all languages on its seventeenth day, contributing to its overall staggering collection of ₹307.7 crore nett in the country. With its global impact, “Jailer” is poised to enter the coveted ₹600 crore club worldwide, marking yet another remarkable milestone in Rajinikanth’s illustrious career.
Jailer Box Office Collection
The Tamil cinematic masterpiece, which has also been dubbed in Hindi, Kannada, and Telugu, showcased its box office prowess by collecting ₹235.85 crore nett in its opening week, followed by ₹62.95 crore in its second week. Displaying its continued popularity, “Jailer” secured ₹3.4 crore nett on its third Friday. The momentum surged on its third Saturday, amassing a commendable ₹5.5 crore nett from audiences across all languages in India, based on early estimates.
Rajinikanth’s Film to Break Past Records
The film’s international figures are equally awe-inspiring. Joining the ranks of illustrious Tamil films like “2.0” (2018) and “Ponniyin Selvan: I” (2022), “Jailer” has crossed the ₹500 crore worldwide mark, solidifying its status as a global sensation. Film trade analyst Manobala Vijayabalan took to social media to celebrate this remarkable achievement, sharing, “Jailer worldwide box office. All set to enter the elite ₹600 cr (crore) club today. The DREAM run continues…” The film’s journey has been characterized by its unwavering appeal to audiences worldwide, further exemplifying its enduring success.
Jailer Starcast & Jailer Songs
At the helm of this cinematic triumph is director Nelson Dilipkumar, known for his mastery in action thrillers. In “Jailer,” Rajinikanth takes on the titular role of a jailer on a transformative mission. The film’s star-studded ensemble includes Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar, along with Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu, Vasanth Ravi, Vinayakan, and others in pivotal roles. Anirudh Ravichander’s musical compositions have added another layer of allure to “Jailer,” with songs like “Kaavaalaa,” featuring Tamannaah Bhatia, and “Hukum” resonating with audiences and becoming major highlights of the film’s soundtrack.
Jailer Guest Appereances
Furthermore, “Jailer” features noteworthy guest appearances, with Malayalam superstar Mohanlal making a special entry. Actor Jackie Shroff’s presence in the film is especially notable as he reunites with Rajinikanth after 36 years, reigniting their on-screen chemistry following their collaboration in the film “Uttar Dakshin.”
The cinematic journey of “Jailer” is a proof to Rajinikanth’s unparalleled charisma, and the collective passion of audiences around the world. As it continues to soar to greater heights at the box office and leave an indelible mark on cinema history, “Jailer” reinforces Rajinikanth’s legacy as a true cinematic icon.
By Yashika Desai