Malayalam superstar Mohanlal’s appearance in Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 has sparked a debate among fans over his limited screen time in the film. Now, his personal fashion stylist and costume designer, Jishad Shamsudeen, has revealed that three distinct looks planned for the actor were removed from the final cut. He also claimed that a scene featuring Mohanlal in the film’s trailer was trimmed in the released version.Jishad expressed his disappointment over the decision and suggested that the veteran actor deserved a more substantial presence in the film. He further stated that he would not associate himself with a possible sequel.
‘Jailer 2’ stylist says Mohanlal’s looks were cut from the film
Taking to Instagram following the release of Jailer 2, Jishad Shamsudeen, who worked as Mohanlal’s personal stylist and costume designer for the film, shared his disappointment over the changes made to the actor’s portions.According to Jishad, three distinct looks of Mohanlal that had been planned and shot were removed entirely from the final cut. He also claimed that a scene featuring the actor in the trailer was trimmed in the theatrical version.“With the release of Jailer 2, I want to share an important update !! Based on what was shot, I was completely confident in our work-even when reduced to a 2-second glimpse in the trailer. But with the film’s release, three of Mohanlal Sir’s distinct looks were cut entirely, and even that trailer scene was trimmed out,” he wrote.His remarks have drawn attention to the extent of Mohanlal’s appearance in the sequel, with the stylist questioning the decision to reduce the veteran star’s screen presence.
Jishad Shamsudeen rules out working on a possible ‘Jailer 3’
Expressing his views on the cuts, Jishad said that, based on his experience in the film industry, reducing scenes featuring a superstar like Mohanlal was unnecessary. He also made it clear that he would not be part of a possible sequel.“From my experience in cinema, trimming scenes involving a superstar like Mohanlal Sir is simply unnecessary. Seeing our superstar reduced like this, if there is a Sequel, I will not be a part of it. I am truly sorry to everyone who trusted me,” he added.The stylist also reiterated that his support for Mohanlal and the actor’s fans mattered more to him than commercial considerations or box-office milestones.“I don’t stand for favors, profits, crore clubs, or stardom. I stand solely for the fans, lovers of the craft, and Mohanlal Sir. Thank you for always standing by my journey,” Jishad wrote.His statement has added another dimension to the discussion surrounding Mohanlal’s role in Jailer 2. However, the stylist’s comments do not establish whether a third instalment is in development.
Mohanlal’s appearance in the ‘Jailer’ franchise
Mohanlal was also part of the first instalment of Jailer, starring Rajinikanth as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian. His appearance in the 2023 film was widely appreciated by fans, making his return for the sequel an eagerly anticipated aspect of the franchise.However, his reported limited screen time in Jailer 2 has disappointed some viewers who expected to see more of the Malayalam superstar alongside Rajinikanth.
About ‘Jailer 2’
Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, Jailer 2 sees Rajinikanth return as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, with Ramya Krishnan reprising her role as his wife, Vijaya Pandian. The cast also includes Mirnaa, Rithvik and Yogi Babu.The sequel brings back several familiar faces from the franchise, including Shiva Rajkumar, Jackie Shroff and Mohanlal. The reported new additions and appearances include Vidya Balan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Mithun Chakraborty, Apeksha Porwal and Nora Fatehi, alongside reported cameo appearances by Vijay Sethupathi and Hrithik Roshan.
