Oct 15, 2026 6:01pm IST
‘Jailer 2’: Mohanlal’s Stylist Disappointed With Makers Over Three Looks Being Cut
“Jailer 2” has a stacked cameo lineup with Mohanlal, Hrithik Roshan, Shiva Rajkumar and Vijay Sethupathi making crucial appearances. The film has opened with a mostly positive response so far, with 80% occupancy for its morning shows in Tamil Nadu. Now, Mohanlal's personal stylist and costume designer for the film, Jishad Shamsudeen, has spoken out about his disapproval of the final cut of the project.
Shamsudeen has alleged that three looks of Mohanlal were chopped from the film. Moreover, he claims that a scene that was shown in the trailer was edited out. He further refused to appear for a sequel to “Jailer 2” if it ever takes form.
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Taking to his Instagram, Shamsudeen wrote, “To everyone who loves and supports me:
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.
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.
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.”
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Mohanlal played Mathew in the original film released in 2023 and returned to reprise his role for the 2026 sequel, albeit in another cameo appearance despite expectations of having him present for a larger role.
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