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Tragedy On Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 Set: 28-Year-Old Crew Member Dies Of Electric Shock During Shoot Preparations In Chennai
24htopnews | May 15, 2026 4:08 PM CST

The deceased has been identified as Karthikeyan, who worked in the film’s art department. According to police officials, the incident occurred at a private film studio in Panaiyur, Chennai. The crew member was involved in erecting a house-like structure for the shoot when he allegedly suffered a fatal electric shock

A tragic incident took place on the sets of Jailer 2 in Chennai after a crew member reportedly died due to an electric shock during set work. The upcoming film stars Rajinikanth in the lead role and is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar.

According to a report in India Today, the deceased has been identified as 28-year-old Karthikeyan, who worked in the film’s art department. According to police officials, the incident occurred at a private film studio in Panaiyur, Chennai, on Thursday (May 14).

As per preliminary information, Karthikeyan was involved in erecting a house-like structure for the shoot when he allegedly suffered a fatal electric shock. Authorities suspect an electrical leak may have caused the accident.

Police officials stated that an investigation is currently underway to determine the exact circumstances behind the incident. The Kanathur police have reportedly not yet registered an FIR in the case.


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