Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' Sells Rs 1.61cr Tickets in 1 Hour
The film's advance ticket sales in Kerala have crossed Rs 1.61 crore within an hour of bookings opening, with approximately 800 screens expected to showcase the movie across the state
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Jailer 2 expected to earn Rs 90 crore on day 1 and Rs 250 crore weekend in India.
Story published. The film's advance ticket sales in Kerala have crossed Rs 1.61 crore within an hour of bookings opening, with approximately 800 screens expected to showcase the movie across the state
Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' has recorded a strong start in advance ticket sales in Kerala, with Rs 1.61 crore in sales within an hour of bookings opening. The film is set to release in Hindi on October 15 alongside its other language versions, with approximately 800 screens expected to showcase the movie across Kerala.
The film's Hindi version will be distributed in North India by Pen Marudhar Entertainment. Sun Pictures has sold the OTT rights to Prime Video for ₹160 crore, with a reported four-week window for 'Jailer 2' across languages. However, this has led to a reported dispute with major multiplex chains, including PVR INOX and Cinepolis, which expect an eight-week gap between a Hindi film's theatrical release and its OTT premiere.
The disagreement could limit the film's Hindi theatrical distribution if it remains unresolved. Despite this, the film's team has clarified that the Hindi release remains on schedule, with Pen Marudhar Entertainment handling distribution in North India. The film is expected to release on October 15 and has a reported target of Rs 1,000 crore box-office milestone.
## Why it matters The success of 'Jailer 2' is crucial for the film industry, given its star-studded cast and the buzz around its release. The film's performance will be closely watched, especially in key Hindi-speaking markets. The reported dispute over the digital release window could affect the film's reach in North India, but the film's team has confirmed that the Hindi release remains on schedule.
The advance ticket sales in Kerala are a positive sign for the film, with approximately 800 screens expected to showcase the movie across the state. The film's team will be hoping to replicate this success in other parts of the country, despite the reported dispute with major multiplex chains. With a reported target of Rs 1,000 crore box-office milestone, the film's performance will be closely watched in the coming weeks.
## What happens next The film is set to release on October 15, and the next few weeks will be crucial in determining its success. The film's team will be hoping to resolve the reported dispute with major multiplex chains, while also promoting the film in key Hindi-speaking markets. With a strong cast and a reported target of Rs 1,000 crore box-office milestone, 'Jailer 2' is one of the most anticipated films of the year.
