Jailer 2 song Ala Bolelo promo sparks backlash over Malayalam mispronunciation
Updated On: 20 August, 2026 05:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 song “Ala Bolelo” promo has sparked criticism in Kerala over the pronunciation of Malayalam lyrics. While Shamna Kasim’s traditional look and the song have excited fans, several viewers accused the makers of mispronouncing Malayalam words

Rajinikanth and Shamna Kkasim (Pictures via X)
Rajinikanth’s much-awaited Jailer 2 has landed in the headlines even before the release of its first full song. The makers recently unveiled a 32-second promo of “Ala Bolelo”, featuring Rajinikanth and actress Shamna Kasim. While the track has generated excitement among fans, its use of Malayalam words has also sparked criticism from several viewers in Kerala.
Promo of Ala Bolelo sparks backlash
The promo was released on Tuesday evening and features music and vocals by Anirudh Ravichander, with lyrics penned by Arunraja Kamaraj. Additional vocals have been provided by Niranjana Raman, Aparna Harikumar and Deepthi Suresh. The clip begins with Anirudh singing lines in Malayalam before shifting focus to Shamna, who is seen dancing in a traditional kasavu saree.
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