A retired jailer goes on a manhunt to find his son's killers. But the road leads him to a familiar, albeit a bit darker place. Can he emerge from this complex situation successfully?
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Jailer: A Box Office Triumph Nelson Dilipkumar's Jailer, a 2023 Tamil action comedy, has emerged as a significant cinematic achievement. Bankrolled by Sun Pictures and starring Rajinikanth in the titular role, the film follows the pursuit of an eccentric idol smuggler, Varman, by retired jailer Muthuvel Pandian. A stellar supporting cast includes Vinayakan, Ramya Krishnan, Tamannaah Bhatia, Vasanth Ravi, Mirnaa Menon, Yogi Babu, and Sunil, with notable guest appearances by Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, and Jackie Shroff. Production commenced in August 2022 in Chennai, spanning various locations across South India and Rajasthan, concluding in early June 2023. Anirudh Ravichander composed the music, Vijay Kartik Kannan handled cinematography, and R. Nirmal undertook the editing. Released on August 10, 2023, Jailer garnered positive critical reception and swiftly became the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year, and the second highest-grossing Tamil film ever. Its success solidifies its position as the sixth highest-grossing Indian film of 2023. A sequel is currently under development, promising continued success for this cinematic venture.
August 13, 2023 8:56 am
Jailer box office collection Day 3: Helmed by Nelson Dilipkumar, Jailer crossed the Rs 100 crore mark in India on its third day.
August 11, 2023 11:57 am
Jailer box office collection Day 1: The Rajinikanth-starrer has become the biggest Tamil opener of the year after collecting Rs 52 crore on its opening day.
August 10, 2023 10:27 pm
Jailer movie review: Nelson Dilipkumar film is Rajinikanth's version of Kamal Haasan's Vikram, but with a twist. Saying that doesn't take away anything from this fun-filled entertainer.
August 10, 2023 12:43 pm
It looks like Rajinikanth's Jailer will be the biggest Tamil opener of the year. The film is on its way to making Rs 49 crore in India on opening day.
August 10, 2023 12:24 pm
Avid Rajinikanth fans celebrate 'Jailer' release across Tamil Nadu. Theatres packed, Japanese couple travels to Chennai for movie experience.
August 09, 2023 5:35 pm
Banking on the Independence Day weekend, four big films, Gadar 2, OMG 2, Jailer and Bhola Shankar, are releasing in the theatres this week. As per trade experts, all will find audience at the box office.
August 09, 2023 2:26 pm
Here's how the one line of Rajinikanth's biopic will sound: A former bus conductor goes to a new city and in a few decades, he becomes a superstar. It is improbable even for a film. Impossible when the guy continues to hold the title of Superstar at 72.
August 08, 2023 5:23 pm
Ramya Krishnan, who is teaming up with Rajinikanth for the third time in Jailer, says it is not possible to understand the craze for the superstar.
August 04, 2023 9:57 pm
Recalling his days on the set of Jailer, Jackie Shroff narrated how on a particular day, Rajinikanth realised that he hadn't shared pleasantries with him while leaving the set. So, he came all the way back.
August 03, 2023 1:13 pm
Nelson Dilipkumar is highly inspired by Breaking Bad. His upcoming film Jailer is highly reminiscent of Mike Ehermantraut character from Vince Gilligan's iconic series.