Archive · 23 Aug 2026
Malayalam Song in Jailer 2 Draws Praise and Backlash
A song in the movie Jailer 2 uses Malayalam words.
Some people from Kerala said the words were pronounced incorrectly.
They felt the singing sounded too much like Tamil.
They especially noticed problems with Malayalam’s different “la” sounds.
Some listeners called the lyrics confusing and irritating.
They want filmmakers to work with Malayalam-speaking singers and writers.
Other fans still like the song because it sounds energetic and festive.
The video includes Shamna Kasim wearing a traditional Kerala saree.
Rajinikanth also appears briefly in the video.
The Malayalam-themed song “Ala Bolelo” from Jailer 2 faced backlash after its August 2026 release.
Some Malayali listeners criticized the song for severely mispronouncing Malayalam words.
Critics said the vocals, sung and composed by Anirudh Ravichander, reflected Tamil phonetics and mishandled Malayalam’s distinct “la” sounds.
Many fans urged Tamil filmmakers to involve native Malayalam singers and lyricists when using the language.
Other fans praised the song’s energetic, festive sound, while the video features Shamna Kasim in a Kerala Kasavu saree and a brief appearance by Rajinikanth.
- Who
- Malayali listeners, Tamil filmmakers, Anirudh Ravichander, Rajinikanth, and Shamna Kasim.
- What
- The song “Ala Bolelo” from Jailer 2 sparked criticism over its Malayalam pronunciation while also receiving praise for its festive sound.
- When
- Following its August 2026 release.
- Where
- The controversy concerns Malayalam language and Kerala cultural elements in a Tamil film song.
- Why
- Critics said the Malayalam words were mispronounced and influenced by Tamil phonetics; supporters enjoyed the song’s high-energy style.
Malayali Critics
Supportive Fans
Malayalam pronunciation
Malayali Critics
Critics said the song mispronounces Malayalam words, sounds influenced by Tamil phonetics, and can seem like gibberish or irritating to native speakers.
Supportive Fans
Supportive fans focused less on linguistic accuracy and praised the song’s high-energy, festive sound.
Use of Malayalam in Tamil films
Malayali Critics
Many fans urged Tamil filmmakers to use native Malayalam singers and lyricists who understand the language rather than using Malayalam lyrics as a novelty.
Supportive Fans
Fans who enjoy the song responded positively to its Malayalam-themed presentation and cultural imagery.
- Song
- “Ala Bolelo”
- Film
- Jailer 2
- Release
- August 2026
- Singer and composer
- Anirudh Ravichander
- Main criticism
- Listeners alleged severe mispronunciation of Malayalam words, including its distinct “la” sounds.
- Music video
- Shamna Kasim appears in a traditional Kerala Kasavu saree, with a brief appearance by Rajinikanth.