Sanju Samson says he booked theatre for Jailer 2 screening

Indian cricketer Sanju Samson said he booked an entire theatre for a screening of Jailer 2, inviting his wife, friends, and Indian team members and support staff who know Tamil. His remarks describe plans for a private group viewing of the Rajinikanth film after he missed its opening day. Samson said a Delhi event kept him from seeing the movie on its opening day. He planned to watch it a day later and said he was looking forward to seeing Rajinikanth on the big screen. The wicketkeeper-batter has spoken of his admiration for the actor and his films. In remarks reported about the screening, Samson said he had invited friends and that his wife was there. He added that team members and support staff who know Tamil would attend. The reports do not establish whether the screening took place or how many people joined him. Jailer 2 is the sequel to the 2023 film Jailer and is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. Rajinikanth returns as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, a retired lawman, according to the supplied descriptions of the film. The sequel was reported to have opened in theatres worldwide on October 15, 2026. The screening plans drew attention to Samson’s interest in Tamil cinema and his...