Overview
- On January 1, Rajinikanth shared an 18-second scene from Muthu with the on-screen message, "Wishing you all a very happy New Year 2026. God bless."
- Fans praised the nostalgic New Year greeting and his deft use of a movie moment on social media, according to outlet reports.
- Local coverage said he also greeted supporters gathered outside his Chennai residence, continuing his New Year tradition.
- He has completed filming Nelson Dilipkumar’s Jailer 2, and media reports point to a June 2026 release window that has not been officially announced.
- Recent box-office context includes Coolie reportedly crossing Rs 500 crore in 2025 and the first Jailer earning around Rs 650 crore, fueling interest in the sequel.