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Jailer 2 Song Promo Draws Flak Over Malayalam Pronunciation
Jailer 2 is a new movie starring Rajinikanth.
A short preview of one of its songs, called Ala Bolelo, was released.
The preview is 32 seconds long and also features Shamna Kasim.
Some of the lyrics use Malayalam words.
Some Malayali viewers said the words were not pronounced correctly.
They especially objected to the different “la” sounds.
They asked the filmmakers to work with people who understand Malayalam well.
Other viewers enjoyed the promo, and the full song will be released on August 21.
A 32-second promo for Jailer 2 song Ala Bolelo was released ahead of the full track.
The promo features Shamna Kasim dancing in a traditional kasavu saree and briefly shows Rajinikanth.
Some Malayali viewers criticized the pronunciation of Malayalam words, especially distinct “la” sounds.
Critics called the pronunciation irritating or potentially disrespectful and urged the makers to consult Malayalam-language professionals.
The full song is scheduled for August 21, while Jailer 2 is set to release on October 15, 2026.
- Who
- Rajinikanth, Shamna Kasim, the Jailer 2 team, and viewers who responded to the promo.
- What
- A promo for the song Ala Bolelo drew criticism over Malayalam pronunciation while also receiving positive audience reactions.
- Where
- The reactions appeared online; the articles do not identify a specific location.
- When
- The 32-second promo was recently released; the full song is scheduled for August 21, and the film for October 15, 2026.
- Why
- Some viewers said Malayalam words, particularly distinct “la” sounds, were pronounced incorrectly and could seem irritating or disrespectful.
Language Critics
Promo Supporters
Malayalam pronunciation
Language Critics
Some Malayali viewers said the Malayalam words were mispronounced, particularly the “la” sounds, and described the result as irritating or potentially disrespectful.
Promo Supporters
Other audience members gave the promo a lot of positive attention, although the articles do not specify their reasons.
Use of Malayalam
Language Critics
Critics said Malayalam should not be included in songs or dialogue unless it is pronounced correctly and urged the makers to hire a lyricist and singer familiar with the language.
Promo Supporters
The promo presents Malayalam as part of the song’s broader regional flavour, and supporters welcomed the preview despite the criticism.
Key facts
- Film
- Jailer 2, a sequel to the 2023 film Jailer
- Song
- Ala Bolelo
- Promo length
- 32 seconds
- Full song release
- August 21
- Film release
- October 15, 2026
- Music
- Composed by Anirudh Ravichander
- Production
- Produced by Kalanithi Maran under Sun Pictures
- Direction and writing
- Directed and written by Nelson Dilipkumar
Quotes
Anonymous viewer
An online commenter reacting to the promo
“Dear Tamils, please don't include Malayalam in your songs or dialogues unless it's pronounced correctly. Mispronouncing words, especially the 'la' sounds, can be really irritating to Malayalis and may feel disrespectful to our language. This is NOT Malayalam.”
NDTV
“Hire a lyricist and singer who know Malayalam.”
NDTV
Sources
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