Rajinikanth fan prays, cuts cake at temple ahead of ‘Jailer 2’ release

A dedicated fan of Superstar Rajinikanth in Thirumangalam, near Madurai, held special prayers and celebrations at a temple devoted to the actor ahead of the release of his upcoming film Jailer 2 on October 15.Karthik, who constructed the temple at his residence and installed a statue of Rajinikanth, regularly offers prayers at the site. In preparation for the film’s release, Karthik and other devotees performed rituals at the Arulmigu Rajini Temple, including breaking coconuts and cutting a cake adorned with images of the actor.Speaking about the event, Karthik expressed optimism about the film’s prospects, stating, “The earlier film Jailer created a box-office record with its phenomenal collections. We believe that Jailer 2 will break that record. Our Kulasaami, Rajinikanth, is the one who creates records, and he is the one who breaks them through his own films.”He compared the release day to major festivals, adding, “For us, the day Rajinikanth’s film is released is as special as Deepavali and Pongal. Our Kulasaami has brought Deepavali to us much earlier this year. We consider today a Deepavali day in our lives.”Karthik also conveyed his hopes for the film, saying, “We pray to the Almighty that our Kulasaami’s Jailer 2 achieves a phenomenal, historic success and brings immense happiness to the general public and Rajinikanth’s fans alike.”Rajinikanth commands a vast fan following, with admirers frequently celebrating his film releases with prayers and festivities. Karthik’s temple and the associated rituals highlight the enthusiasm and devotion of fans awaiting the release of Jailer 2.