Former Tihar prison jailer turned quiet family man. Driven by grief over his son Arjun's disappearance, he returns to violence, systematically dismantling gangster Varman’s operation through blackmail, heists, and strategic alliances. Ultimately forced to order his own son’s death to uphold justice, he carries profound guilt into the sequel while facing a new threat.
Devaraj 'Deva' is a strict boarding-house owner in Chennai whose investigation into Rajasekar's suspicious death exposes Simon's criminal network. Formerly a coolie union leader and police constable, he protects Preeti and her sisters, confronts Simon, and ultimately reveals that Preeti is his daughter, though she leaves without knowing the truth.
An expert thief who loves Radha, though she does not know his profession. Hired by Vikram and Bhairavi to rob a treasury, he is caught and imprisoned. Later he agrees to another robbery to protect Amar and Amar's daughter, but is framed for a killing; after escaping, he confronts Amar, learns the truth, and survives Vikram's revenge attempt.
Genius scientist creating an advanced android. His creation's emotional journey drives the narrative.
Genius scientist who creates the advanced robot 2.0 to stop a supernatural threat.
The protagonist, a respected village headman who discovers he is the biological son of billionaire Vedhachalam. He accepts a 30-day challenge to spend his inheritance for public benefit, defeats corrupt businessmen, and reunites with his family.
The protagonist, a former Kuala Lumpur gangster released after 25 years on a false charge. Reunited with his family and allies, he seeks revenge against Gang '43', establishes a reform school, and ultimately dismantles his enemies through strategic police tips and direct confrontations.
A Tamil professor who becomes a vigilante known as Robin Hood after his friend's sister is murdered by a corrupt system. He seeks revenge against criminals, kills the main culprit Mohanraj, and eventually surrenders to the law, receiving a life sentence with a presidential pardon recommendation.
A respected man from Madurai who works under the alias Kaali as a college hostel warden. He protects Anwar, supports Anu and Anwar’s relationship, and confronts Singaar’s men. As Petta, he is Maalik’s closest friend, Saro’s husband, Poongodi’s protector, and the strategist who ultimately brings Singaar down.
Raja is a recently released convict who believes Manohar's account of the crimes committed against his sister. He and Babu devise a plan to expose the conspirators, and Raja poses as a bodyguard to infiltrate Muthuraaj's services. He later discovers that Kandhasamy and Padma are his parents and joins Babu in seeking justice.
Baba is the central protagonist, born after spiritual disciples predict a child who will fulfill desires left incomplete in a previous life. Though he becomes an outspoken atheist, he is courageous, humorous, and principled, defending the vulnerable, resisting political intimidation, and using evidence and the press to expose deception.
Padayappa is a mechanical engineer who returns to his village and becomes involved in a family conflict, a forbidden love, and a struggle over valuable granite land. After building a successful business, he assumes his father's chieftain role, protects his family, forgives Ramalingam, and ultimately saves Neelambari despite her repeated attempts to destroy him.
Rajinikanth has 193 screen credits in a career dating back to 1976. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Jailer Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Jailer 2, Thai Veedu, Jailer. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 5 universes
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