Multiple reports say Hrithik Roshan is set to star in “Jailer 2” alongside Rajinikanth, marking a reunion after their 1986 appearance in “Bhagwaan Dada.” NDTV reports that sources close to Roshan’s team indicate several look tests for his character are currently underway, suggesting preparations for the role are in progress. India Today likewise reports that Roshan replaces Shah Rukh Khan in the sequel and that the two actors are set to reunite with Rajinikanth after about 40 years. Times of India adds that Roshan is expected to shoot key sequences in Chennai in June and describes the film as an ensemble project aimed at a 2026 release. The reports also note that Shah Rukh Khan was reportedly considered for a role but could not commit due to date-related issues. Taken together, the coverage indicates Roshan’s casting, character preparation through look tests, and an upcoming Chennai shoot period as production moves ahead for the sequel.