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Jailer 2 Technician Electrocuted on Chennai Set as Police Probe Safety Measures
Entertainment
Published on 15 May 2026
A 28-year-old electrician died on set during shooting
Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, still shooting despite wrap-up on key scenes, has been hit by tragedy at Adityaram Film City on Chennai’s East Coast Road. A 28-year-old electrician, Karthikeyan from Salem, was electrocuted while working for the film unit, and died after being rushed to hospital. Kanathur Police are investigating whether proper safety measures were followed. The incident also arrives as the makers consider a September 2026 release, now targeting Krishna Janmashtami.
- The incident occurred during Jailer 2 filming at Adityaram Film City
- Victim was 28-year-old electrician Karthikeyan from Salem
- He was electrocuted while working for the film unit
- Crew rushed him to hospital, but he later died
- Kanathur Police are checking whether safety protocols were followed
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