The action director Chethan D’Souza says the explosion shown behind Rajinikanth in the “Jailer 2” trailer was real. D’Souza describes how the stunt and action work aims to match director Nelson Dilipkumar’s staging and visual clarity, with a focus on making action sequences feel impactful on screen.
Across outlets, D’Souza also highlights Rajinikanth’s working style during production. The actor is portrayed as down-to-earth and receptive to input, including feedback from the stunt team. The discussions frame this as part of how the choreography and set pieces are developed and refined for the film.
The reporting ties these behind-the-scenes comments to expectations for the film’s action-heavy entertainment value, with outlets noting the presence of major cast members alongside Rajinikanth, including Mohanlal and Mithun Chakraborty. Overall, the shared emphasis is on the authenticity of the practical effects used for key trailer moments and the collaborative process between the director, action team, and Rajinikanth.
