‘I manifested it’: Jatin Sarna on landing villain role opposite Rajinikanth in ‘Jailer 2’

Many actors dream of working with superstar Rajinikanth. For 'Sacred Games' star Jatin Sarna, being the villain in ‘Jailer 2’ is a big moment he waited for a long time. He feels it was meant to happen in his career. Known from ‘Sacred Games’, he said teaming up with Rajinikanth again after ‘Darbar’ (2020) was very special. The actor had dreamed of this for years.

Jatin Sarna reveals 'Manifestation that played 2x'

Jatin described his latest break as “a manifestation that played 2x.” In his chat with Hindustan Times, he revealed, “Many won’t believe but it’s true that for years, I have had Rajinikanth sir’s framed photo from the movie Kaala above the door in my living room where it’s written ‘Kya Re’. For me, it has been an inspiration, like what are you doing man! It was then I got to do Darbar and now this sequel, which is actually 2x.” Sharing his admiration for the veteran star, Sarna spoke, “I grew up watching him and have so many memories attached to Rajini sir. The bright side is, I got great exposure in the South Indian industry. I learnt and spoke Tamil. Much to my surprise, I got a compliment that I was able to adapt to it."

Jatin Sarna is unaware of Shah Rukh Khan link-up

Sarna dismissed buzz about sharing scenes with Shah Rukh Khan, admitting he knew nothing about it. The actor stated that he has wrapped his shoot, and he is not aware of any such development; he won’t be able to comment on that. Reflecting openly on his career hurdles, he pointed out how praise from audiences and peers didn't immediately unlock the meaty roles he craved. Jatin said, “People have loved me and my work, but whether it translated, I can’t judge. Yes, my fan base has increased, and makers know that he knows his job! But the kind of work I was expecting to get—where you get characters and roles with good space—I was not getting. It’s happening now!”.

Jatin Sarna on ‘Sikandar’ failure and comeback

He got real about box-office flops and personal lows, spotlighting his stint in Sikandar (2025) alongside Salman Khan and A.R. Murugadoss. Jatin said, “I am playing the lead in the independent film, but will it reach a wide audience and makers? I don’t know. I am just walking my path, being choosy with a resolve that I won’t do anything just for the sake of being seen. I got to do Sikandar with the biggest of the industry – Salman bhai (Khan, actor) and AR Murugadoss (director), but it failed. I did feel very low and questioned my choices. But I am fighting back. I want to get more opportunities to play, so I can bring more to the table."

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