Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' Shatters Records with Over ₹710 Crore Worldwide

Rajinikanth's latest film, 'Jailer 2', has made headlines by grossing over ₹710 crore globally within just 11 days of its release. This remarkable achievement has positioned it as the highest-grossing film in Tamil cinema, surpassing the previous record held by '2.0'. The film's success is attributed to its strong performance in both domestic and international markets, with significant earnings from various language versions. As it continues to break records, 'Jailer 2' is now eyeing the collections of other blockbuster films like 'Chhava' and 'PK'. With an impressive cast and thrilling storyline, the film has captivated audiences worldwide.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 26, 2026, 18:53 IST

Record-Breaking Success of 'Jailer 2'

The film 'Jailer 2', featuring superstar Rajinikanth, is making waves at the box office, setting new records. Within just 11 days of its release, the movie has grossed ₹710.35 crore globally, marking a historic achievement. It has now become the highest-grossing film in Tamil cinema, surpassing Rajinikanth's own blockbuster '2.0'. The film's impressive performance continued into its second weekend, earning approximately ₹40.05 crore on Sunday from both Indian and international markets. This success has propelled 'Jailer 2' to the 18th position among the highest-grossing Indian films worldwide, with eyes now set on breaking records held by Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhava' and Aamir Khan's 'PK'.

Details of the Film's Release and Earnings

'Jailer 2' is a sequel to the 2023 hit 'Jailer', produced on a budget of around ₹350 crore and released in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada. The film has already surpassed its production budget in domestic earnings, with a reported net profit of approximately ₹28.60 crore in India. The enthusiasm of Rajinikanth's fans has significantly contributed to the film's success, attracting over 2.64 crore viewers across all languages in the first 11 days.

Impressive Earnings on Day 11

According to box office data, 'Jailer 2' generated around ₹25.70 crore in net earnings on its 11th day in India, with the Tamil version contributing the most at approximately ₹17.35 crore. The Telugu version earned ₹4.50 crore, the Hindi dubbed version brought in ₹3.15 crore, and the Kannada version added about ₹70 lakh. This brings the film's total gross collection in India to ₹466.85 crore, with a net collection of ₹398.70 crore. Given the current momentum, it is anticipated that the film will surpass ₹400 crore in net earnings by its 12th day.

International Success

'Jailer 2' is not just a hit in India; it is also receiving an excellent response in international markets. On Sunday alone, the film grossed around ₹10 crore from foreign markets, bringing its total international earnings to approximately ₹243.50 crore over 11 days. Combined with its domestic earnings, the film's worldwide gross has reached ₹710.35 crore. Rajinikanth's popularity and the film's action-packed scenes are cited as key factors for its strong performance.

Strong Performance of the Hindi Dubbed Version

While the Tamil version leads in earnings, the Hindi and other language versions have also performed well. The Tamil version has netted around ₹279.30 crore in India, while the Telugu dubbed version has earned approximately ₹75.25 crore. The Hindi dubbed version has reached ₹38.55 crore, and the Kannada version has collected about ₹5.60 crore. These figures indicate that the film's appeal extends beyond South Indian audiences to Hindi-speaking viewers as well.

Breaking '2.0' Records

'Jailer 2' has surpassed the reported worldwide collection of ₹691 crore from Rajinikanth's '2.0', which held the title of the highest-grossing Tamil film for nearly eight years. Now, 'Jailer 2' has claimed this achievement, with '2.0' falling to second place and Thalapathy Vijay's 'Leo' in third with around ₹605 crore. Rajinikanth's previous film 'Kuli' grossed approximately ₹518 crore globally.

Position Among Highest-Grossing Indian Films

'Jailer 2' has solidified its position among the highest-grossing Indian films, ranking 18th with over ₹710 crore in earnings. Aamir Khan's 'Dangal' leads the list with around ₹2,070 crore, followed by 'Dhurandar 2' at approximately ₹1,813 crore and 'Baahubali 2' at about ₹1,788 crore. Other notable films in this list include 'Pushpa 2', 'Dhurandar', 'RRR', 'KGF 2', 'Jawan', and 'Pathaan'. Currently, 'Jailer 2' is challenged to surpass the worldwide collections of Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhava' at around ₹808 crore and Aamir Khan's 'PK' at approximately ₹792 crore. If the film maintains its current pace, it could climb higher in the rankings, although its final standing will depend on its ongoing box office performance.

Film's Storyline and Cast

'Jailer 2', produced under the Sun Pictures banner, is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. Rajinikanth reprises his iconic role as Tiger Muthuveil Pandian, facing off against a new gang involved in the theft of ancient idols. The film combines action, crime, and thrill, contributing to its popularity among audiences.

The cast is impressive, featuring Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu, Mirna, SJ Surya, Mithun Chakraborty, Sooraj Venjaramoodu, Vidya Balan, Shivrajkumar, Anna Rajan, Jatin Sarna, Mohanlal, Jackie Shroff, and Hrithik Roshan in special roles. The music for the film is composed by Anirudh Ravichander.

Conclusion

'Jailer 2's record-breaking earnings reaffirm Rajinikanth's status as one of the biggest draws in Indian cinema. The film continues to perform strongly in both domestic and international markets. All eyes are now on whether it can surpass the records of 'Chhava' and 'PK' to climb higher in the list of the highest-grossing Indian films.