{
  "id": 14698057,
  "title": "Hrithik Roshan does a Rajinikanth in Jailer 2, massive cameo marks reunion after 40 years",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/hrithik-roshan-does-a-rajinikanth-in-jailer-2-massive-cameo-marks",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T12:57:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/tamil/hrithik-roshan-cameo-rajinikanth-jailer-2-reunion-after-40-years-10923054/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan has made a surprise appearance in the upcoming film Jailer 2, reprising his role as Tiger's childhood friend Roddy after 40 years. The action-packed movie reunites the two action icons - Rajinikanth and Hrithik - for the first time since their 1986 film Bhagwaan Dada.\n\nIn the blockbuster sequel, Roshan plays Roddy, a skilled warrior who steps in at a critical moment when Tiger's family is held hostage by the antagonist Bodhi. Roshan's character saves Tiger from police custody, and the two share a heartfelt reunion as they embark on a mission to defeat the Kalpaks. Roshan's portrayal of Roddy has left audiences in awe, with his electrifying performance and iconic sunglasses flip eliciting cheers from the crowd.\n\nThe film also features Rajinikanth, who last worked with Roshan in Bhagwaan Dada 40 years ago when Roshan was just 12 years old. Roshan reminisced about the experience, praising Rajinikanth's kindness and willingness to forgive his mistakes during the shoot. Jailer 2 marks a special reunion for these two legendary actors and promises to be a thrilling addition to the action genre.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Hrithik Roshan reprises role as Roddy after 40 years",
    "Rajinikanth reunites with Roshan for first time since 1986",
    "Jailer 2 marks special reunion of legendary actors"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}