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Jailer 2’s Ala Bolelo Dancer Shamna Kasim ‘Never Imagined’ Performing In Rajinikanth Film: Husband Believed In My Dream

Sanjeev Kumar | August 23, 2026 11:23 PM CST

Shamna Kasim is celebrating a special milestone in her dancing journey after featuring in the Ala Bolelo video from Jailer 2. The actress and dancer recently shared a glimpse of her performance from the song, which marks the beginning of the film's musical promotions.

Shamna revealed that while she had always dreamed of performing alongside a 'superhero', she never imagined that the opportunity would come in a Rajinikanth film. She also credited her husband, mother and director Nelson Dilipkumar for helping make the moment possible.

Shamna Kasim Opens Up About Her Jailer 2 Journey

Shamna Kasim shared a video from Ala Bolelo on social media and opened up about what the opportunity means to her. Recalling her childhood passion for dance, she revealed that dancing has always been an important part of her life. The dancer said that becoming a dance teacher was one of her biggest dreams and expressed happiness at seeing that dream come true in Dubai. She credited her husband for believing in her ambitions and helping turn that dream into reality. Shamna also spoke about another goal she wanted to achieve since childhood and added, "I always dreamed of performing with a superhero, but I never imagined that one day I would get the opportunity to perform in a Rajinikanth sir movie." The dancer expressed gratitude to Jailer 2 director Nelson Dilipkumar for giving her the opportunity and encouraging her work. She thanked the filmmaker for appreciating her dance and supporting her throughout the experience. Talking about her mom, she wrote, "And above all, I have to say that this journey is also because of my mom's hard work, sacrifices, and endless support. Everything I am today is because of her." She called it 'one of the most special moments' of her life.

Jailer 2 Promotions Begin With Ala Bolelo Sun Pictures officially began the musical promotions for Jailer 2 on August 21 with the release of the lyrical video of Ala Bolelo. The song has quickly become a talking point, particularly because of its high-energy choreography and Shamna's performance. The track marks an important promotional step for the highly anticipated sequel, which brings Rajinikanth and Nelson Dilipkumar back together following the huge success of the first Jailer. The original film became a major theatrical success and established Muthuvel Pandian as one of Rajinikanth's memorable recent characters. Expectations have therefore remained high for the sequel since it was announced.

Jailer 2 is scheduled to release worldwide in cinemas on October 15, 2026. The makers previously unveiled a release date announcement teaser that offered a glimpse into the conflict awaiting Muthuvel Pandian. The teaser featured Vinayakan's character threatening Rajinikanth's Muthuvel Pandian, suggesting that the sequel will further expand the criminal world introduced in the first film. It also hinted at a larger network of enemies targeting the Jailer.