Hrithik Roshan Steps In for Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Jailer 2’ Appearance

Bangla Press Desk:   The excitement surrounding “Jailer 2” continues to grow. After weeks of speculation over the Bollywood star set to make a special appearance in Rajinikanth’s much-awaited sequel, reports now indicate that Hrithik Roshan has come on board for a key cameo. The casting update follows reports that Shah Rukh Khan opted out of the project due to his packed schedule and ongoing commitments to his upcoming film, King. 
According to a report by Variety India, Hrithik Roshan is locked in to film his cameo in Chennai on 22 and 23 June. Though specifics surrounding his role remain closely guarded, the report indicates that his appearance extends far beyond a fleeting cameo. His character is slated to arrive at a pivotal turning point in the story, serving a vital purpose in assisting Rajinikanth's character, Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, to drive the plot ahead.
Furthermore, the production team is reportedly designing a distinct, fresh appearance for Hrithik, with a series of look tests scheduled to take place right before the cameras roll.  
 Initially, Shah Rukh Khan was the top choice for the special appearance, long before Hrithik Roshan's name came into the picture. The idea of seeing Rajinikanth and Shah Rukh share the screen had fans all over the country incredibly excited.
However, the team-up fell through. Report fromMid-day indicated that Shah Rukh decided to focus onKing—a highly important film for him since it marks the big-screen debut of his daughter, Suhana Khan. Even though he turned down the role, Shah Rukh made sure to share his deep admiration for Rajinikanth and mentioned he would love to work together in the future when the timing is right.  Source: daily Sun

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