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Mohanlal designer slams Jailer 2 cuts

5 sourcesUpdated 15 Oct 2026, 2:21 pm Coverage regionsGlobal
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Costume designer Jishad Shamsudeen criticized the makers of Jailer 2 over scenes and looks he says were removed from the film.

He said three distinct looks created for Mohanlal were cut, along with trailer scenes.

The comments were made in an Instagram post, according to the reporting.

Jishad said Mohanlal’s screen time was unnecessarily reduced.

Why it mattersThe dispute could shape expectations for Jailer 2 and how much creative input supporting crew gets in major films.
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He also said he would not take part in a potential Jailer 3, citing respect for the actor and fans.

Fans were reported to have expressed disappointment over Mohanlal’s limited appearance in the Rajinikanth-starrer.

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Both reports agree that Jishad Shamsudeen publicly criticized Jailer 2 over cuts affecting Mohanlal’s scenes and looks. They also agree that he linked his complaint to a possible Jailer 3 and that fans reacted with disappointment.

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What remains uncertain is the full extent of the cuts and how the makers would respond, since the reporting only reflects Jishad’s account. The articles also do not establish any future decision on a potential Jailer 3.

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Jishad Shamsudeen is reported to have criticized the makers of Jailer 2 for cutting several scenes and three distinct looks created for Mohanlal. The reporting says he made the comments on Instagram and argued that the actor’s screen time was reduced unnecessarily. It also says he would not take part in a possible Jailer 3, and that fans responded with disappointment over Mohanlal’s limited appearance.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: Mid-Day, Mathrubhumi English
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Mid-Day Neutral framing Reported

Mohanlal's costume designer slams Jailer 2 makers over trimmed scenes

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Mohanlal's costume designer, Jishad Shamsudeen, has criticized the makers of Jailer 2 for cutting several scenes and three distinct looks featuring the Malayalam superstar. Taking to Instagram, Jishad claimed that the actor's screen time was unnecessarily reduced and stated that he would not participate in any potential third instalment out of respect for the actor and fans. The report outlines the designer's grievances and notes fan reactions expressing disappointment over the limited appearance of Mohanlal in the Rajinikanth-starrer.

Mathrubhumi English Neutral framing Reported

‘Our superstar reduced like this...’ Mohanlal’s costume designer slams ‘Jailer 2’ makers over cut scenes

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Costume designer Jishad Shamsudeen has slammed the makers of the film Jailer 2 for editing out multiple scenes and three distinct looks created for Mohanlal. In an Instagram post, Jishad expressed disappointment regarding the reduction of the superstar's screen time and announced his decision to opt out of a possible Jailer 3. The article highlights the designer's comments and details reactions from fans who shared similar sentiments regarding the actor's brief appearance in the Rajinikanth-starrer.