Jailer

Storyline

Jailer centers on Muthuvel Pandian (Rajinikanth), a humble, soft-spoken retired jailer living a quiet life with his family. When his son, a dedicated police officer, goes missing while investigating a dangerous idol smuggling ring, Muthuvel is forced to return to his old ways. What follows is a gripping journey of justice, vengeance, and redemption as he takes on an underworld empire using his forgotten past and deadly instincts. With high-octane action, emotional depth, and explosive cameos, Jailer delivers the perfect blend of mass appeal and cinematic flair.

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Tagline

When justice sleeps, a Jailer awakens.

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

80

Trivia

• This is Rajinikanth's 169th film.
• Malayalam superstar Mohanlal appears in a cameo role.
• Kannada star Shiva Rajkumar plays a pivotal role, marking his Tamil debut.
• Jackie Shroff also appears in a key role.
• The film includes a tribute to vintage Rajini films in its action style and music.

Goofs

• In one action sequence, Rajinikanth’s sunglasses change style mid-scene.
• A hospital monitor shows a flatline despite the patient talking moments later.

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• End credits feature a montage of Rajinikanth’s past iconic roles set to a remix of Anirudh’s title theme.

Connections

• Contains stylistic callbacks to Rajinikanth's older roles in Baashha and Padayappa.

Soundtracks

• Kaavaalaa – Viral dance number sung by Shilpa Rao & Anirudh
• Hukum – Power-packed Rajini anthem
• Rathamaarey – An emotional family-centric melody
• Jujubee – Light-hearted interlude track
• Theme of Jailer – High-octane orchestral score by Anirudh