Telugu superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna will play a significant guest role in Nelson Dilipkumar’s much-anticipated sequel, Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth in the lead. According to a report by IndiaGlitz, Balakrishna—often referred to as NBK—has allotted a 20-day schedule for the film and will be paid a staggering ₹50 crore for his appearance.
The report adds that Sun Pictures, the film’s producer, agreed to NBK’s fee without hesitation, indicating the weight his presence brings to the project. Balakrishna, known for his mass appeal in Telugu cinema, had reportedly been on Nelson’s wishlist since the original Jailer was in development.
A source close to the production told Hindustan Times, “It is true that NBK has said yes to a powerful role in Jailer 2. He loved what Nelson pitched to him and looks forward to shooting for the film soon. He plays more of a guest role in the film than a cameo because he wanted something solid, and Nelson delivered. Fans are going to love it.”
Director Nelson had earlier revealed in a 2023 interview with Cinema Vikatan that he originally wanted to cast Balakrishna in Jailer but couldn’t properly integrate his character into the script. With the sequel, Nelson finally fulfills that vision, reportedly crafting a “powerful” role tailor-made for the Tollywood veteran.
About Jailer 2
The sequel brings back Rajinikanth as ‘Tiger’ Muthuvel Pandian, the retired jailer, and Ramya Krishnan as his wife Vijaya. Mirnaa Menon plays their daughter-in-law, while Yogi Babu returns as the humorous taxi driver Vimal. Shiva Rajkumar, whose cameo in the first film received massive praise, is also expected to make a return.
While fans are eager to see if Mohanlal, who had a special appearance in Jailer (2023), reprises his role, all eyes are now on NBK’s grand entry into the Jailer universe.
